News & Press

Rosie Gloster considers findings from recent research regarding what flexible working means to people who cannot work from home, and its importance compared to other aspects of work.

Zofia Bajorek details her research into obesity stigma and employment as part of the PURPOSE programme, and asks for UK-based employees living and working with obesity to participate in our research and share their views and employment experiences via an online survey.

Tony Wilson argues that the new Way to Work campaign is a first step, but will not be enough to address the challenges that we face; and sets out how a new plan for participation and growth should be underpinned by a universally accessible, modern employment service.

Drawing on recent research for RSSB, Sally Wilson considers the role of the workplace when individuals are trying to manage and improve their health behaviours.

Claire Campbell reflects on a tumultuous year for HR, highlighting the value of important lessons learnt from 2021 and reasons to feel optimistic about the year ahead.

With primary care workers once again on the frontline of a national emergency pandemic response, Dr Alison Carter reflects on a recent major evaluation study of an NHS coaching service to support frontline primary care workers as they respond to the evolving threat of Covid-19.

After a year off, office Christmas parties are back. Zofia Bajorek highlights the need for organisations to ensure their celebrations are inclusive for all staff whilst serving a reminder that employee recognition should take place throughout the year, not just at Christmas.

With the government once again invoking work from home guidance where possible, Stephen Bevan reflects on evidence-based research from the first wfh ‘experiment’ and highlights the resilience and agility of managers and organisations when needing to pivot quickly to ‘keep the lights on’.