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Diversity and inclusion
As a conversation topic, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is often discussed in the context of the general workforce rather than leadership. But when it comes to DEI, senior leadership can both lead the charge and hinder the change, depending on the values and principles they embody.
The beauty of DEI is that it is intended to reflect the perspectives and needs of the majority - so why not integrate the majority into its execution? Instead of a "top-down" dissemination of DEI policies, decentralised systems may be a way to ease pressure on overworked HR departments and draw on the expertise and perspectives of the wider workforce.
Headlines were made - and both celebrations and protests were staged - when the Supreme Court ruled that the legal definition of a woman under the Equality Act 2010 is based on biological sex. Darren Newman explains the legal background and explores some of the practical implications for organisations.
Earlier this month, the Supreme Court ruled that the legal definition of a woman, according to the Equality Act 2010, is based on biological sex.
As diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives come under increasing pressure owing to the changing political climate, Georgie Williams sets out some steps organisations can take to protect underrepresented workers.
To help HR leaders develop their strategies to tackle the practical and cultural challenges of recent and upcoming additions to anti-harassment legislation, Brightmine and HR Grapevine convened a roundtable discussion. During the event, industry professionals shared the key issues they currently encounter in dealing with workplace harassment.
Motherhood is at the heart of a lot of policies in the contemporary workplace, where the narrative often focuses around an ideal that everyone is or wants to be a mother. This can be incredibly excluding for non-mothers. It's great to provide policies and benefits that support parents, says Caroline Green, but how can you supplement your support for everyone else?
In the first of a new series delving into the details of the Employment Rights Bill, we look at the plan to require large employers to publish an action plan on the steps that they are taking to address the gender pay gap and support employees going through the menopause.
After months of waiting, the Government has finally published the first draft of its wide-ranging Employment Rights Bill, which will make radical changes to employment law in the next few years. Now that the Employment Rights Bill has begun its progress through Parliament, we highlight the key points from the first draft for HR professionals.
From 26 October 2024, employers of any size in England, Wales and Scotland have a specific duty to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of workers in the course of their employment. As the implementation date approaches, what should HR professionals be doing to ensure that their organisation is ready to comply with the new duty?
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