News that Lloyds Banking Group is preparing to tell its lowest performing 5% of employees their jobs are at risk has reignited debate around performance management in the workplace. The approach, likened to the controversial “rank and yank” strategy, highlights a...
HSBC’s recent decision to link office attendance to performance evaluations and variable pay has reignited the debate over the merits and drawbacks of mandatory in-office work. I recognise the complexities businesses face in navigating this terrain. At...
With the government set to implement an increase in National Insurance (NI) contributions, many businesses are evaluating the potential financial impact. With increasing employer costs, this change could influence employee pay increases or even people structure,...
There are upcoming changes to family-related leave that will come into effect from 6 April 2025. These changes introduce additional leave and pay entitlements for eligible employees whose babies require neonatal care. What’s changing? From 6 April 2025, eligible...
The debate around remote working and working from home has resurfaced recently as some companies ask employees to return to the office full-time. This shift raises critical questions about productivity, employee well-being, and the future of work itself. A recent...
