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Research Publications

The IPA publishes research reports, guides and case studies on a range of employment relations issues. Browse the links below or use the search function to look for a specific publication.

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I think the report is extremely well written, the findings are very positive on the whole, and the areas for improvement are clearly articulated. Thanks very much and well done IPA. Department of Health

Ethnicity Pay Reporting: A guide for UK Employers.

Ethnicity Pay Reporting: A guide for UK Employers.

Guidance on navigating voluntary ethnicity pay reporting Read more

Published: 24th February, 2022

Author: Mandy Caruana

HR in 2022: The past, the present, the future

HR in 2022: The past, the present, the future

HR in 2022: The past, the present, the future Read more

Published: 7th February, 2022

Updated: 9th February, 2022

Author: Mandy Caruana

Just Transition

Just Transition

Ahead of the COP26 Climate Summit, IPA has produced, in partnership with FES, a report exploring the UK’s journey towards preparing the workforce for net zero. Read more

Published: 8th October, 2021

Updated: 7th December, 2021

Author: Patrick Brione

Rewards after Covid: Back to the future

Rewards after Covid: Back to the future

Dr Duncan Brown, a member of the IPA's Executive Committee, writes about the need for a focus on better pay and reward strategies as part of our rebuilding post-COVID. As he argues, a return to 'normal' pay policies as they were before the pandemic is not acceptable and we must seize this opportunity to build a fairer, more consistent and more compassionate future. Read more

Published: 27th July, 2021

Author: Patrick Brione

Workforce Engagement and the UK Corporate Governance Code

Workforce Engagement and the UK Corporate Governance Code

This report by the IPA and RHUL takes a look at company responses to the 2018 Corporate Governance Code's requirements for employee voice in the boardroom. Read more

Published: 24th May, 2021

Updated: 17th January, 2022

Author: Patrick Brione

A Guide to Establishing Staff Networks

A Guide to Establishing Staff Networks

This CIPD guidebook, written by IPA, provides managers and staff representatives with advice on setting up staff networks for women, BAME, LGBT+. Read more

Published: 31st March, 2021

Updated: 25th June, 2021

Author: Patrick Brione

Towards a new normal: What legacy might COVID-19 leave for UK working patterns?

Towards a new normal: What legacy might COVID-19 leave for UK working patterns?

The COVID -19 crisis has led to major, unprecedented changes in UK working practice. Many of them might be temporary, but some may prove to be long lasting. Read more

Published: 19th October, 2020

Updated: 25th June, 2021

Author: Patrick Brione

Representing people working remotely

Representing people working remotely

The rapid move to remote working in response to Covid has had some positive outcomes but also raises important challenges. Read more

Published: 16th September, 2020

Updated: 26th May, 2022

Author: Sarah Dawson

ICE: what, why and how?

ICE: what, why and how?

On behalf of CIPD, the IPA has produced a guidebook for practitioners on the Information and Consultation of Employees (ICE) regulations. Read more

Published: 31st March, 2020

Updated: 29th June, 2021

Author: Patrick Brione

My boss the algorithm: An ethical look at algorithms in the workplace

My boss the algorithm: An ethical look at algorithms in the workplace

This report by IPA on behalf of Acas sheds light on the increasing use of algorithmic management tools in the workplace and the opportunities and risks that this poses for the future of employment relations. The report includes practical guidance for employers on how to approach the question of algorithmic management in an ethical and effective manner. Read more

Published: 10th March, 2020

Author: Patrick Brione

Is Thursday the new Friday? The future of working time

Is Thursday the new Friday? The future of working time

This paper by IPA on behalf of FES lays out the current state of the UK debate around working time reductions and the campaign for a four-day week. Read more

Published: 29th July, 2019

Updated: 29th June, 2021

Author: Patrick Brione

New technology and the world of work: the winners and the losers

New technology and the world of work: the winners and the losers

Building on previous research, this latest policy report by IPA and Acas looks at the likely winners and losers from the new wave of technology. Read more

Published: 15th May, 2019

Updated: 29th June, 2021

Author: Patrick Brione

Forces of Change: Innovation and Engagement in UK Policing

Forces of Change: Innovation and Engagement in UK Policing

This report looks in detail at how well UK police forces have managed change and innovation over recent years. Read more

Published: 1st May, 2019

Updated: 30th June, 2021

Author: Patrick Brione

High-involvement design: the time has come

High-involvement design: the time has come

This report by Professor Wood outlines a new approach to management termed high-involvement design, putting employee involvement back at the heart of HRM where it belongs. Read more

Published: 1st February, 2019

Updated: 2nd July, 2021

Author: Patrick Brione

The Way Ahead: trade unions and the third sector

The Way Ahead: trade unions and the third sector

This report is an examination of the relationship between the third sector and trade unions. Read more

Published: 1st January, 2019

Updated: 2nd July, 2021

Author: Sarah Dawson

Working Well for Yourself: What makes for good self-employment?

Working Well for Yourself: What makes for good self-employment?

This report seeks to address the question ‘what makes for good self-employment’? Read more

Published: 24th July, 2018

Updated: 2nd July, 2021

Author: Patrick Brione

Working Well: Perspectives on Good Work and why it matters

Working Well: Perspectives on Good Work and why it matters

To coincide with the government's response to the Taylor Review, the IPA have produced a report which draws together 16 expert perspectives. Read more

Published: 8th February, 2018

Updated: 5th July, 2021

Author: Patrick Brione

Manufacturing Productivity and Engagement

Manufacturing Productivity and Engagement

A report on the findings from Nita Clarke OBE on how the UK's productivity gap might be addressed across major sectors of the economy. Read more

Published: 16th November, 2017

Updated: 5th July, 2021

Author: Sarah Dawson

Tune in to temps: how employers and recruiters can support agency worker voice in the workplace

Tune in to temps: how employers and recruiters can support agency worker voice in the workplace

This report by IPA and REC examines how to provide engagement and voice for agency workers, through two case studies of best practice in the industry. Read more

Published: 2nd November, 2017

Updated: 5th July, 2021

Author: Patrick Brione

Mind over Machines: New technology and employment relations

Mind over Machines: New technology and employment relations

This report examines the relationship between the introduction of new technology into the workplace and employee wellbeing, autonomy, voice and engagement. Read more

Published: 2nd November, 2017

Updated: 5th July, 2021

Author: Patrick Brione

Uncertain times: the need for new thinking on workplace relations in Britain

Uncertain times: the need for new thinking on workplace relations in Britain

Over the past decade the UK workforce has already undergone rapid changes and evidence points to an accelerating pace of change in the coming years. Read more

Published: 1st November, 2017

Updated: 5th July, 2021

Author: Meghan Grant

Involvement and Productivity - The missing piece of the puzzle?

Involvement and Productivity - The missing piece of the puzzle?

Since the economic crisis of 2008, the UK has experienced a lengthy and worrying stall in productivity. Read more

Published: 31st October, 2017

Updated: 5th July, 2021

Author: Meghan Grant

Addressing Unconscious Bias in the Workplace

Addressing Unconscious Bias in the Workplace

Following on from the 2015 IPA Diverse Voices report, this report defines what what unconscious bias is and explore the various types of biases. Read more

Published: 1st October, 2016

Updated: 5th November, 2021

Author: Patrick Brione

Going Digital? Harnessing Social Media for Employee Voice

Going Digital? Harnessing Social Media for Employee Voice

This IPA and Acas have published their new research - Going Digital? Harnessing Social Media for Employee Voice - which examines the extent to which employers are making use of social media to promote and access employee voice. Read more

Published: 30th May, 2016

Updated: 5th July, 2021

Author: Meghan Grant

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