Skillsoft, a global leader in learning and talent management, has announced the Women in Action leadership programme, the first in the L&D industry intended to specifically assist women in the workforce build on their competencies and advance their careers.      

The further education arm of Waverley Borough Council is the first local authority to benefit from online self-assessment and improvement planning software to underpin its quality assurance activity.

More than a million workers will get a pay rise after the national minimum wages goes up by 20 pence an hour from today.

Helen Frewin, Talent Directora at Totem Consulting, discussed the exciting possibilities of deploying psychological profiling to uncover potential talent during a seminar at the World of Learning conference at the NEC Birmingham.     

 In the fourth article in a series on change Gary Wyles explores communicating change to the head, heart and hand

Having to sack a member of staff is unpleasant for everyone involved, but should individuals performing poorly remain in their jobs?

Housing could face a skills shortage unless the industry redoubles its efforts to attract young talent according to the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH). The housing workforce is currently more qualified than average – but it is also older, raising the risk that skills will be lost as people retire.

As UK productivity figures continue to slump, new studies suggest that more inspiring bosses could be the key to reviving the country’s production.

Jaguar Land Rover has launched its Academy, the first of its kind in the UK automotive sector. The new Academy will offer all Jaguar Land Rover workers the opportunity to take part in continuous development programmes to enhance their careers and provide the skills the company needs.