Covid-19 struck Gen Z (those born between 1997-2012) in their most formative years. The earlier-born people of this generation were finishing university and seeking their first job, while the later-born people were just starting primary school. Every event and milestone in between was disrupted for them – learning social skills, hands-on learning, exams, prom, [...]

Over 20% of the UK workforce is Gen Z (born 1997-2012), with Millennials (1981-1996) also a major presence. Over generations, career values have changed based on the economy, the state of the world and natural evolution.   Generation X (1965–1980) currently makes up a significant portion of the workforce, especially in leadership and senior roles. They grew up during a time of economic uncertainty and corporate change. They witnessed recessions, the rise of globalisation, [...]

Over 200,000 people in the UK were waiting for a neurodiversity-related diagnosis as of December 2025 – an 82% increase in just two years. This statistic highlights just how common differing cognitive styles are in the workplace. At the same time, many people experience readability and cognitive accessibility challenges, meaning that the way content [...]

From 6 April 2026, key statutory compensation limits are increasing - and this year, there’s an even bigger change on the horizon which employers need to be aware of. What’s changing? The statutory cap on a week’s pay (used for redundancy pay and the basic award) is increasing from £719 to £751 The maximum [...]

Sections of your HR plan will cover areas where internal HR are fully capable and can cover themselves with good levels of proficiency, but what of those areas where external help is required or preferred? How do you frame your pitch for HR budget for budget for external support in a way that business [...]