In the UK, approximately one in seven people are neurodivergent meaning their brain can work and interpret information differently from “neurotypical” individuals, leading to diverse ways of thinking as well…
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A positive change in recent years (yes, despite the constant barrage of awfulness there have been some!) has been the growing recognition of the importance of maintaining your mental health
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Affinity groups (also known as “employee resource groups”) are voluntary, employee-led groups which, broadly speaking, are set up to cultivate a sense of belonging in the workplace. The members of
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Will disputes are on the rise and mental capacity is an ever growing issue. Is it time for the law to be modernised as the landscape shifts?
In a recent survey by Deloitte, climate change was one of the top personal concerns for Gen Z and millennials, reflective of how younger employees are increasingly pushing for action
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As most people know, discrimination is generally prohibited by the Equality Act 2010. This prohibition includes what is known as “positive discrimination”. However, something known as positive action is allowed,
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In recent months, we have seen the subject of the menopause catapulted into the limelight with an Oscar winning Netflix documentary (“Period. End of Sentence”), Davina McCall, Penny Lancaster and
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Ten years ago I don’t think I could have told you what was meant by “ESG”. Fast forward to today and there is a real drive to embrace and champion
ESG in the workplace: what is it and why is it important? Read More »
The Department of Health & Social Care has recently published an open consultation on mental health and wellbeing. The paper considers, among other things, how we can all promote positive mental wellbeing,
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In recent years, there has been an ever-increasing focus on creating and maintaining diverse workforces. It is an essential part of any comprehensive ESG strategy, and research from McKinsey in
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