What is ‘Learning at Work Week’? Learning at Work Week (18–24 May 2026) is a UK-wide initiative that encourages organisations to focus on learning and development in the workplace. For many, it’s a moment in the year to pause and take stock of how learning supports people to do their jobs well, adapt [...]
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, [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
