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Official account of the CIPD - The professional body for HR and all people professionals - Championing better work and working lives 🏆🏆🏆
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Latest CIPD data shows that sickness absence in the UK is at its highest level in more than 15 years. The Health and wellbeing at work report, supported by Simplyhealth, explores the causes of absence & highlights an urgent need for more proactive workplace wellbeing strategies. ow.ly/nRJZ50WY58Y
The CIPD, supported by Simplyhealth say: UK employees now take 9.4 sick days per year - up from 5.8 days in 2022. What's behind the rise?
September 17, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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Our Chief Executive, Peter Cheese was in Wigan, UK with the Minister for Employment, Alison McGovern MP & local business leaders discussing the reform of jobcentres & the wider #GetBritainWorking Agenda. We also explored how businesses have worked with the jobcentre to fill vacancies.

#Wigan
Group of business people standing and talking in an office environment. The picture features the UK Minister for Employment, Alison McGovern. Photo of a large group of business people sitting around a wooden table in an office environment. They are having a discussion, listening attentively and there is paperwork and cups on the table. Some of the people in the photo are the Minister for Employment, Alison McGovern, and the Chief Executive of the CIPD, Peter Cheese.
August 8, 2025 at 11:35 AM
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The Employment Rights Bill is passing through the committee stage in the House of Lords, where peers are proposing amendments and it's undergoing detailed scrutiny.

Our Public Affairs Manager, Carl Quilliam, shares insights into our recent work.

Read more: ow.ly/FEhC50VXkWI

#CIPD #HR #Policy
May 22, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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Today on International HR Day we celebrate the incredible impact of the people profession 🌍

HR drives change, champions wellbeing, and builds better working lives every day 🚀

Find out more here: ow.ly/Cl7V50VVkVl

#CIPD #HR #People #EAPM #InternationalHRDay #IRHD2025
May 20, 2025 at 9:57 AM
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Appointment news: ➡️ Danilo McGarry is the CIPD’s new strategic adviser on AI. His role will involve helping us develop and position our research on the impact of AI on people, work and organisations, and the role of the people profession.

More to read here: ow.ly/O8qZ50VPf0O

#HR #AI
Photo of Danilo McGarry the CIPD's new strategic adviser on AI - not for re-use
May 8, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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We're highlighting the amazing work of the CIPD Trust! The mentoring skills of people professionals support those who face challenges getting into work. This creates fairer, more inclusive workplaces. 63% of our mentors apply what they learn to improve their own workplaces ➡️ tinyurl.com/ypzp4k2k #HR
The CIPD Trust is Building better workplaces, sharing real stories with real impact. 63% of our mentors have driven change in the workplace. Join us in making workplaces across the UK more inclusive. Photo shows a smiling woman working in a coffee shop.
April 4, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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We're delighted to announce the UK’s Ministry of Justice UK (MoJ) has achieved CIPD People Development Partner (PDP) status. 🎉

Read their story here: ow.ly/JiNw50Vgguc #HR
Three business people stand for a group photo, they represent their organisations at the Ministry of Justice and the CIPD. The man in the centre is Peter Cheese, Chief Executive of the CIPD. He is holding an official certificate to show that the two organisations are now CIPD People Development Partners.
March 12, 2025 at 9:28 AM
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Hi here's a great offer for UK based CIPD members. 25% off membership of Find HR, a third-party online directory to connect independent #HR consutlants and clients. 🙌

There's more info here: www.find-hr.co.uk
CIPD announces a member benefit, get 25% off Find HR membership, the online directory for independent HR consultants.
March 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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More detail on the #EmploymentRightsBill is welcome, but government must prioritise a clear implementation plan. These are complex changes that require genuine consultation, as well as support and guidance for employers to ensure the bill achieves its aims. More info here: ow.ly/Wy9r50Vaj1q
The CIPD response to the Employment Rights Bill
March 4, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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We're delighted to welcome The Rt Hon Chloe Smith, as our new president. Chloe will act as an advocate and ambassador for the CIPD and the work we do to support the people profession to deliver on our purpose of championing better work and working lives. 🎉

More information here: ow.ly/8Vfs50UZf2o
The CIPD announces new president: Welcome to our new President, The Rt Hon Chloe Smith. There is a photo of Chloe in top right hand corner.
February 13, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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We've been exploring all things #wellbeing at our conference today with a great line up of 23 inspiring and expert speakers!

For helpful employer resources on wellbeing at work, head to our website ➡️ cipd.org/uk/topics/we...
photo of three smiling work colleagues at the CIPD stand at the CIPD Wellbeing at Work Conference An attentive, seated audience at the CIPD Wellbeing at Work Conference in London Speaker Rachel Suff from the CIPD is talking to an audience at the CIPD Wellbeing at Work Conference People visiting the CIPD exhibition stand at the CIPD Wellbeing at Work Conference
February 4, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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Today marks #BrewMonday! ☕ We're joining the Samaritans in encouraging connections over a cuppa and a conversation. A supportive & open workplace culture where people feel safe to talk about their mental health is crucial. Our guide offers practical advice on #MentalHealth at work: ow.ly/3HMs50UJmol
Brew Monday promoted by registered charity Samaritans. There's always time for a cuppa and a catch up. Image shows a green teapot and four mini cupcakes.
January 20, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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Thank you to the Women and Equality Select Committee for highlighting the CIPD's work in their latest report, which came out today, detailing the importance of including statutory miscarriage bereavement leave in new employment laws.

You can read more in the report here: ow.ly/jHIm50UGL5i #HR
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January 15, 2025 at 12:40 PM
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Chartered Companion is the highest grade of CIPD professional recognition and is reserved for exceptional leaders who have demonstrated extraordinary impact on the profession over the course of their careers. Current CIPD chartered members can nominate. ➡️ www.cipd.org/uk/membershi...
#CIPD
Illustration of a large yellow star surrounded by smaller stars, within the star there is a message from the CIPD, Chartered Companion nominations are now open! Find out more.
January 8, 2025 at 2:57 PM
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It is with great sadness that we heard of the passing of Charles Handy. He transformed the way we understand workplaces, leadership, and the human spirit within organisations, leaving an indelible mark on the #HR profession and the CIPD community. His work is a cornerstone of CIPD qualifications.
Photo shows Charles Handy 1932 - 2024
December 19, 2024 at 5:49 PM
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🚨 Notice to all #CIPDmembers 🚨

We’re excited to invite you to our #AnnualGeneralMeeting (AGM) on Tuesday, 14 January 2025. Join us online or in person.

PSA: Only current chartered members can vote ☑️

📅 Log in to book your place and see full details: ow.ly/iVgI50UtfqX

#CIPD #AMG #AnnualReport
The CIPD Annual General Meeting is on 14 January 2025. CIPD members, join us online or in London.
December 18, 2024 at 11:24 AM
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We love a Christmas jumper day at the CIPD! 🎄

#FestiveFun

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Co-workers wearing Christmas jumpers in the office
December 14, 2024 at 10:21 AM
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Recent articles in the press have been questioning the value & impact of the #HR profession, with some characterisations & conclusions that we disagree with. We're working on a structured response, which we'll publish.

The people profession has a positive impact for individuals & organisations 🙌
A stack of three newspapers arranged on a wooden table. The one on top says Business as a large title.
December 2, 2024 at 12:23 PM
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We know the right childcare support is important for working parents. Government support for childcare is expanding, have you checked what support you may be entitled to?

To find out more about the support you could get visit ➡️ ChildcareChoices.gov.uk

#ChildcareChoices #HR
HM Government says childcare support is expanding, have you checked what support your family may be entitled to? Visit ChildcareChoices.gov.uk - the photo shows two lively toddlers in a daycare setting.
November 28, 2024 at 6:29 PM
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Top-10 CIPD evidence-based tips for building high performing teams. 🚀 Would you make any additions to our list?

You can read our full report and more recommendations for practice here: www.cipd.org/en/knowledge... #HR #Teams
Infographic titled 'Top 10 Evidence-Based Tips for Building High-Performing Teams' by CIPD. 1 Match skills to roles 2 Focus on skills first 3 Build trust 4 Create a safe space 5 Encourage team bonding 6 Align on thinking 7 Promote open sharing 8 Know team strengths 9 Reflect as a team 10 Celebrate effort
November 22, 2024 at 5:24 PM
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Growth & productivity need a skilled, engaged workforce. And #HR is well placed to help plug skills gaps & drive engagement at work. Managers are also crucial, they motivate their teams to perform well. A virtuous circle - in theory! We're interested to hear your take on how to make this work? 1/2
Focus on workplace skills and productivity from the CIPD. Text is circled for emphasis and the CIPD logo appears in top right corner.
November 22, 2024 at 10:44 AM
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Hi sorry we're late to the party! We got an invitation some time ago from the very kind @mjcarty.bsky.social, then things got a little busy launching on TikTok (!) Anyway, enough excuses 😅we're so glad to join you all; we plan to be part of conversations on making work, work for everyone. #HR
The CIPD says, Hi Bluesky we're glad to be here, championing better work and working lives. There is an illustration of a blue butterfly on a purple background.
November 19, 2024 at 4:02 PM