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The Equality and Human Rights Commission is taking regulatory action against 19 organisations that continue to have policies on single-sex spaces that misrepresent equality law. The watchdog said it has completed a review of evidence from the previous UK government on single-sex spaces, which was ordered by the then women and equalities minister Kemi Badenoch. … Read more

AI is reshaping the workplace, not just in how tasks are completed, but in how value is created. In offices and teams across industries, a new divide is emerging between those who embrace AI tools to supercharge their productivity and those who don’t. The rise of hyper-personalised productivity is forcing us to confront a difficult … Read more

“We are committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect, particularly when implementing changes to our organisational structure. We deeply regret the mistake made and have apologised unconditionally to our staff impacted” “We deeply regret the mistake made and have apologised unconditionally to our staff impacted.” The Sydney Morning Herald reported Bruce Rush, interim … Read more

Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Editor’s note: This story has been updated with comment from Uber Eats. Dive Brief: The Seattle Office of Labor Standards has reached a $15 million settlement with Uber Eats over alleged violations of the city’s Independent Contractor … Read more

For years, manufacturing has struggled to fill open roles. But now, the newest entrants to the workforce might be exactly what the industry needs. Gen Z (those born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s) has arrived on the job market with a unique mix of career anxiety and blue-collar curiosity. They’re the first generation to … Read more

The only constant in business today is uncertainty. Whether it’s a blocked shipping lane, a sudden spike in raw‑material prices, new pay‑transparency mandates or an unexpected labor strike, disruption now arrives from every direction—often at once. And HR leaders are front and center. They must keep talent aligned to shifting priorities, preserve compliance across jurisdictions … Read more

On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (the Act). The Act provides employers with a variety of tools to enhance their employee benefit offerings. In this article, we will focus on the most intriguing opportunities for change by employers. Telehealth Is HSA-Safe Health savings accounts (HSAs) have … Read more

The modern workplace is evolving faster than ever. Traditional layouts of rows of desks and enclosed cubicles are giving way to offices designed around flexibility, collaboration, and employee wellbeing. For organisations seeking to stay ahead, the key lies in thoughtful workspace zoning—creating adaptable environments that respond to how people actually work today. One of the … Read more

Corporate retirement plans have become more scrutinized as companies face lawsuits, penalties, and reputation risks related to 401(k) and 403(b) plan mismanagement. Abernathy-Daley’s primary research indicates that nearly 80% of mid-to-large-sized companies are overpaying for plan administrative fees due to the lack of regular benchmarking. Without independent audits, employers may overspend and risk non-compliance with … Read more