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Naomi ClaytonMaintaining momentum to Keep Britain Working

11 November 2025

Naomi Clayton takes an in-depth look at the newly published Keep Britain Working Review, including summarising the key findings and how the recommendations can be best implemented.

Jonny Gifford‘Do no harm’: a message for HR?

10 November 2025

Jonny Gifford explores the role of HR in the context of disciplinary processes, including the importance of adopting a humane approach rather than over-reliance on set procedures, and encourages HR professionals to critically examine their decisions from a 'do no harm' perspective.

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