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CIPD The CIPD is the professional body for HR and People Development. We’re independent and not-for-profit and hold a highly respected Royal Charter.

We’ve been setting the benchmark for excellence in people and organisation development for more than 100 years. Through our expertise and research we provide a valuable point of view on the rapidly changing world of work. And for our members we’re the career partner of choice, setting professional standards and providing the know-how to drive the HR and L&D professions forward. We exist to make work and working lives better. And at a time of unprecedented change we have the vision, agility and strength to make a real difference to our members, to businesses, to the economy and to all working people.

Are your probation periods up to scratch and legally compliant? Join experts Amanda Chadwick and Andrew Willis for a web...
09/09/2026

Are your probation periods up to scratch and legally compliant? Join experts Amanda Chadwick and Andrew Willis for a webinar to explore how the law applies to probation periods, and the impact the Employment Rights Act 2025 will have on them.

📆 Monday, 14 September
💻 online, 11:00 UK time
🎤 Amanda Chadwick and Andrew Willis

After watching this webinar, you will:
🔹understand the legal issues associated with probation periods
🔹learn how to manage those risks and protect your organisation
🔹be aware of the potential consequences of getting things wrong.

Register now to secure your place: https://ow.ly/RP1x50ZLa2A

Work in the people profession is demanding, fast-paced and vital. The give us the space to stop, bring our community t...
02/09/2026

Work in the people profession is demanding, fast-paced and vital. The give us the space to stop, bring our community together and celebrate the real difference we make to professional development.

Here's why you need to make sure you are there:

✨ Recognise your team: Give your people the recognition they deserve after a year of hard work and change.
✨ Gain fresh perspective: See the ideas, strategies, and practices setting new standards for better work.
✨ Build your network: Connect with over 1,000 peers, innovators, and leaders from across HR, L&D, and OD.

Join us for the standout celebration of the year in the people profession.

🎫 Book your tickets now: https://ow.ly/W74f50ZHC2M

Let's be honest, when was the last time you set aside time to invest in your professional development? Keeping your know...
26/08/2026

Let's be honest, when was the last time you set aside time to invest in your professional development?

Keeping your knowledge up to date is essential, but prioritising this and knowing where to start isn't always easy.

That's why we've developed Keeping Current libraries for CIPD members. 🙌

They bring together carefully curated learning and insights tailored to your career stage, helping you focus on the key topics shaping the people profession today.

💡Ready to start exploring? CIPD members can access their Keeping Current library by logging in to the Learning Hub: https://ow.ly/VB7f50ZFvbV

'Low hire, low fire' environment is set to continue, our latest survey shows.Our latest Labour Market Outlook, Summer 20...
20/08/2026

'Low hire, low fire' environment is set to continue, our latest survey shows.

Our latest Labour Market Outlook, Summer 2026 finds UK employer confidence remains close to record lows, outside of the pandemic, and shows no signs of recovery since spring 2025.

Of the 2000+ employers we surveyed, only 62% of employers (just 57% in the private sector) plan to recruit over the next three months, with most focusing on maintaining staff levels.

You can read the full report here; explore the data and see our recommendations: https://ow.ly/rer550ZBVcl

20/08/2026

"People don't say exactly what needs to be said. And that's where the courage comes in. It takes a risk to be honest and say what's truthfully happening..."

How often do we shy away from tough conversations, or avoid workplace issues in the hope they’ll simply resolve themselves?

What impact is this avoidance having in our workplaces?

On our latest podcast, three brilliant guests join host Nigel Cassidy, Joan O'Connor, Head of Leadership Practice at 10Eighty Jo Carlin, Chief People Officer at Effective Energy Group, and Corinne Micallef, director, facilitator and coach with the National Theatre's Theatreworks programme ✨

🎤 Listen to the podcast here and we'd love to hear your thoughts on why we need to have more courageous conversations at work. https://ow.ly/I9Q650ZBOqw

The CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition is returning to Manchester Central this 4-5 November, packing 55+ hours of con...
18/08/2026

The CIPD Annual Conference and Exhibition is returning to Manchester Central this 4-5 November, packing 55+ hours of conference content into two powerful days. Here’s a peek at your Keynote speakers:

• Jamil Qureshi on the psychology of high performance and driving lasting cultural change.
• Priya Lakhani OBE on leveraging AI and digital innovation to supercharge workforce capability.
• Prof. Herminia Ibarra on evolving leadership behaviours for an unpredictable world.
• Greg Jackson CBE on building high-trust, agile cultures that disrupt whole industries.

Stay tuned for more exciting programme reveals coming soon. If you’re ready to bring actionable insights back to your organisation, secure your Conference pass today for access to four content streams.

🎟️ All Conference delegates save on their Conference pass by booking before 18 September.

Book now: https://ow.ly/i0wQ50ZAVpU

For people professionals, developing a practical understanding of AI can help build the knowledge and confidence needed ...
18/08/2026

For people professionals, developing a practical understanding of AI can help build the knowledge and confidence needed to navigate its use in HR.

Our course, 'AI for HR: Fundamentals and In Practice' provides an opportunity to develop your understanding through practical, HR-focused learning.

In this one-day online course, you’ll:

🔹 build a foundation in AI and generative AI
🔹 consider how to use AI responsibly and effectively
🔹 learn how to write more effective prompts for HR tasks
🔹 explore ways to put AI into practice in your day-to-day work.

Build your AI confidence and future-proof your career. Book your place today: https://ow.ly/27rW50ZAtuI

Join us for a CIPD webinar: Employment Rights Act 2025 – Sexual harassment in the workplace on 27 August 2026 at 12:00 –...
14/08/2026

Join us for a CIPD webinar: Employment Rights Act 2025 – Sexual harassment in the workplace on 27 August 2026 at 12:00 – 13:00 GMT. Open to CIPD members. 💻

Under the Employment Rights Act 2025, employers will soon face a stronger duty to prevent sexual harassment - moving from taking 'reasonable steps' to taking all reasonable steps.

A new provision also requires employers to protect staff from harassment by third parties, such as clients or customers.

The consequences are significant: compensation awards are uncapped, and tribunals can apply a further uplift where an employer is found to have fallen short.

👉 Understand how you can support your organisation to prepare for these changes, and take the appropriate steps to support an employee who has experienced harassment.

CIPD members, support your personal development, and register today: https://ow.ly/fBJW50ZzPl5

Good luck to everyone receiving their A Level Results today🎓Remember, whatever your results are, there are many ways to ...
13/08/2026

Good luck to everyone receiving their A Level Results today🎓

Remember, whatever your results are, there are many ways to achieve your goals. Career paths, especially in HR, are not linear and there isn’t just 𝐨𝐧𝐞 route into being a people professional.

Whether you choose to go to university, choose an apprenticeship, or work your way up the career ladder🪜 There are so many options to be explored.

For those of you who have already finished your studies, if you could go back to A Level Results Day - what is the 𝐨𝐧𝐞 piece of advice you would give to yourself? 🤔 Let us know in the comments⬇️

Employment Rights Act 2025: Changes to tribunal time limits - 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰⬇️From 1 October (9 November i...
07/08/2026

Employment Rights Act 2025: Changes to tribunal time limits - 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰⬇️

From 1 October (9 November in Scotland), the time limit to bring most tribunal claims will increase to six months.

Employers should use this opportunity to review their approach, including:

💠identifying areas of risk
💠reviewing policies and training
💠ensuring records are kept appropriately.

Our member-exclusive 'before and after' infographic explains what’s changing, and what you need to do to prepare. Find out more: https://ow.ly/6wRb50ZwSJ8

How is your organisation getting ready for the new tribunal time limits?🤔

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