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Workplace Harassment and Bullying: A Persistent Challenge
4 October 2024
Despite numerous efforts to tackle the issue, harassment and bullying remain significant problems in many workplaces across the UK. Whether occurring in person or online, these behaviours can have a profound impact on employees' mental health, job satisfaction, and overall workplace culture. With the rise of remote work, online forms of harassment have become increasingly prevalent, presenting new challenges for employers and employees alike.
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The power of collaboration for developing great teaching – by Gemma Hewson, deputy headteacher at Badock’s Wood Academy 1 October 2024 Schools can have a major impact on pupils’ learning and progress by creating more opportunities for teachers to work together and share best practice, writes Gemma Hewson, deputy headteacher at Badock’s Wood E-ACT Academy in Bristol. Read article
Empowering Menopausal Women in the Workplace: Strategies for Successful Reintegration in the UK 30 August 2024 Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life, yet it is often overlooked in the workplace. The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) reports that 1 in 6 individuals (17%) have thought about quitting their job because they are not receiving enough support for their menopause symptoms, and another 6% have quit. To tackle this issue, employers must adopt strategies that support menopausal women in re-entering and thriving in the workplace. Read article
Integrating Health and Wellbeing into Workplace Strategy to Create Sustainable Employee Work Environments 23 August 2024 The health and well-being of employees are increasingly becoming central to organisational strategy and are now at the forefront of business policy. Organisations recognise that a happy and healthy workforce is more productive. According to a report from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, the average rate of employee absenteeism is on the rise year after year. Therefore, organisational policies must incorporate effective health and well-being strategies to ensure the comprehensive care of employees, with a focus on both physical and mental health. Read article
Inclusive Leadership: Building Diverse and High-Performing Teams 31 July 2024 In today's interconnected world, organisations are recognising the importance of inclusive leadership. Inclusive leaders foster a work environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. This approach not only enhances employee satisfaction and engagement but also drives innovation and organisational success. Read article
PM Launches Skills England to Overhaul Training and Boost Growth 26 July 2024 In a significant move to address the UK's skills shortage, the Prime Minister has unveiled Skills England, a new initiative designed to revamp the nation's fragmented and outdated skills training system. This bold effort is part of the Labour Party's broader strategy to align training with economic demands and reduce reliance on overseas workers. Read article
How to Create a Disability-Friendly Workplace? 4 July 2024 Creating a disability-friendly workplace is essential for fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. Here are several practical steps employers can take to ensure their workplace accommodates individuals with disabilities, enhancing productivity, morale, and the overall company culture. Read article
The Growing Importance of Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace 14 June 2024 In recent years, the emphasis on health and wellbeing in the workplace has gained significant momentum. This shift reflects a broader understanding of how employee health impacts not only individual performance but also the overall success of an organisation. The increasing focus on workplace wellbeing can be attributed to several key factors, supported by various studies and reports from 2023 and 2024. Read article
Why Health and Safety is Important in the Workplace? 4 June 2024 Ensuring health and safety in the workplace is a critical responsibility that impacts employees, employers, and society. This article consolidates key points from various authoritative sources to provide a clear understanding of why health and safety regulations are essential and how they are implemented. The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HASAWA) The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HASAWA) is a fundamental piece of legislation in the UK that sets out the duties of employers to protect the health, safety, and welfare of their employees and others affected by their operations. Key requirements under HASAWA include: Risk Assessment: Employers must identify and assess risks to health and safety in the workplace and take steps to mitigate them. Read article
Under the spotlight – examining the financial health of academy trusts 2 April 2024 Financial sustainability is a key focus for all academy trusts, with the main challenges being that recurring income does not always match increasing costs. This, combined with falling pupil rolls can rock an already uncertain financial boat. Whilst there is a general view that there will always be sufficient funding to ensure schools remain financially viable, there is no certainty over this as revealed in the 12th Kreston Academy Benchmarking Report. The report shows that 47% of trusts had an in-year deficit, and on average the surplus is down on last year between 83% and 95%. Schools saw three additional income streams in 2022/23: Mainstream Schools Additional Grant, Schools Supplementary Grant and the Energy Efficiency Grant. The figures suggest that without these grants, most trusts would have been in a deficit position for the year. Read article

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