The HR Director

1. The EU AI Act: What it really means for organisations on the ground

   The EU AI Act is a landmark moment for regulation, but its real impact will be felt far beyond policy discussions. Many organisations are already using AI in hiring, performance and workforce decisions, often without full visibility of how those systems operate. This article explores what the EU AI Act really means in practice, why compliance alone is not enough, and how HR teams will be at the centre of responsible AI governance.

2. Why Project Management Training Deserves a Seat at the L&D Table

   With organisations under increasing pressure to deliver complex change programmes on time and within budget, investing in structured project management capability is no longer optional — it’s a strategic imperative for HR leaders.

3. Why salary sacrifice pensions should be on your radar in 2026

   With upcoming National Insurance changes in 2029, some employers may be cautious of adopting this contribution method. However, waiting to act could mean missing out on immediate financial benefits that are available right now.

4. Stability is the new currency of work in the age of AI

   Employees in the UK are choosing consistency over career movement, marking a workforce reset as we navigate the era of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation. Gifted with staff confidence and optimism, HR leaders need to respond with clarity, skills growth, and human oversight as AI reshapes daily work.

5. The rise of the anti-social workplace – and what to do about it

   Generation Z, the first ‘digital native’ generation, don’t like talking on the phone, working with people they don’t know, or having to make small talk.