New research reveals deep public scepticism over AI benefits for jobs
May 18, 2026Most of the public (57%) thought AI would lead to widespread unemployment, with only 17% believing it will create as many or more jobs found the study. The post New research reveals deep public scepticism over AI benefits for jobs…
Will the Fair Work Agency use AI to enforce employment law?
May 18, 2026David Palmer outlines the new Fair Work Agency’s powers, and asks if AI could be used to help enforce employment rights. The post Will the Fair Work Agency use AI to enforce employment law? appeared first on Personnel Today. Source:…
Rising costs and uncertainty weigh on hiring decisions
May 17, 2026Employers prioritise cost management over growth as rising business costs and global uncertainty continue to weigh on confidence. The post Rising costs and uncertainty weigh on hiring decisions appeared first on Personnel Today. Source: www.personneltoday.com
New job postings fell in April over international fears
May 17, 2026Neil Carberry, chief executive of the REC, said the labour market was entering a more uncertain period after a relatively strong start to 2026. The post New job postings fell in April over international fears appeared first on Personnel Today.…
EEOC: Walmart settles ADA lawsuit alleging deaf applicant was denied ASL interpreter
May 15, 2026Under a two-year consent decree, Walmart must pay the applicant $230,000 and post a list of ASL interpreters for managers and employees involved in the hiring process. Source: www.hrdive.com
Entry-level productivity expectations have increased due to AI, report says
May 15, 2026Nearly a third of HR professionals told D2L they’re hiring fewer early career workers and using artificial intelligence to fill in the gaps. Source: www.hrdive.com
Young people discouraged from tech careers by AI, says expert
May 15, 2026‘There is still little evidence to guide long-term career decisions around AI.’ The post Young people discouraged from tech careers by AI, says expert appeared first on Personnel Today. Source: www.personneltoday.com
This week in 5 numbers: Half of job applicants want to ban or heavily regulate ATS
May 14, 2026Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including how many managers said they never received training on how to ask for feedback. Source: www.hrdive.com
Equal pay: Tesco’s appeal over job assessment method fails
May 14, 2026Lawyers representing Tesco workers welcome Court of Appeal ruling on how tribunals should assess value of roles in equal pay litigation. The post Equal pay: Tesco’s appeal over job assessment method fails appeared first on Personnel Today. Source: www.personneltoday.com
Recruiters see job applications triple — to more than 300 per role
May 13, 2026Data from a recruiting platform shows a “surge” in applications during the last five years. Source: www.hrdive.com