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From October 2024, employers will need to comply with a new duty to take ‘reasonable steps’ to prevent sexual harassment of employees. This follows the passing of the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023.

For some, staying in the same job or career for their entire working life is the goal. For others, you might need to switch it up every now and then. It can be difficult to know what to do when it comes to your career, as there’s no right or wrong answer, but is it time for you to make a move?

In the UK, we leave secondary school at the age of 16 but are required to stay in education up to at least 18. Then, if you get the grades needed and if you have the desire to, you can continue your development by moving out of your childhood home and heading off to university. Not everyone's journey is the same however, which is where further education comes in.

Health and Safety training should be found in almost every business nationwide. Despite this, there are still some businesses who choose to neglect training in this area despite the risks. There’s also good reason to develop your understanding of health and safety for your personal life, ensuring the safety of your loved ones.

Leadership and Management roles are the backbone of most businesses, meaning it’s crucial that employees in these roles have the skills, knowledge, and confidence to perform in a way that benefits their team, as well as the business as a whole.

Business skills are crucial at any level. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a team leader, or even a CEO, everyone can learn new skills and a fresh perspective from online learning. Today’s job market is fast-paced, unpredictable, and at times tough – Discover what business skills are, and how you can develop them with online courses.

This year at The AIM Group we’re introducing Summer Series, a 6-week long campaign where we take a deep dive into 6 different skills and industries. This week, we’re focusing on personal skills – essential skills that can significantly impact your career and personal development.

Mental health is one of the biggest topics of discussion globally, and for good reason. For many years mental health was seen as a taboo subject, and definitely not one that would be discussed in the workplace. Times have changed, and now it’s time for everyone to recognise just how important mental health support is.

Keir Starmer is officially the new Prime Minister after Labour won by a landslide on the 4th of July’s general election. Labour campaigned for change after 14 years of Conservative government, but how will they change adult education in the UK?