Ethnic minority workers failing to take up workplace pensions

Just 25% of workers from ethnic minorities have a workplace pension, well below the national rate of 38%.

DEI teams hit by tech layoffs as data shows leaders fail to champion diversity

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) teams are being cut as tech leaders commit to massive layoffs.

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12 months of 2022: November

As we reach the end of the year, our 12 Days of Christmas countdown revisits each month's most notable happenings.

12 months of 2022: March

As we reach the end of the year, our 12 Days of Christmas countdown revisits each month's most notable happenings.

Diversity and inclusion an afterthought for nearly half of employers

Just under half (47%) of UK employers don't have a dedicated diversity and inclusion (D&I) strategy in place, according to research from the CIPD and recruitment agency Reed.

Census results show increased diversity if not inclusion

The latest UK Census has revealed the country is as diverse now as it has ever been, even if that is not always reflected in the workplace.

Review finds racist, misogynistic working culture in London Fire Brigade

The Independent Cultural Review of London Fire Brigade has uncovered widespread racism and misogyny within the organisation, as well as complaints of abuse from more than 2,000 anonymous members of...

How might HR get in the way of creating truly diverse and inclusive cultures?  

Whether generalist or specialist, most HR professionals have explored diversity and inclusion (D&I). It may therefore seem counter intuitive that all too often, the very function that tends to lead on...

Rishi Sunak's appointment as prime minister spotlights diversity in senior roles

With the appointment of the UK's first ever British Asian prime minister in Rishi Sunak, the country has been heralded by some for taking a positive step forward for the representation of...

Black inclusion in the workplace – the art of inclusive recruitment

To be active advocates of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) companies and their leaders must do the work to attract and retain diverse talent.

How to break the diverse leadership paradox

Many businesses have made progress on improving gender equality, but ethnic minority representation still lags behind.

Diversity, equity and inclusion heads need consistency

I am a black, male, former chief people officer (CPO) in the UK – and the only ever black male CPO in the FTSE 100.