When the Noise Becomes Too Loud: Remembering the Person Behind the Headlines
Over recent weeks, there has been considerable media attention surrounding Professor Jason Arday, the academic who resigned from the University of Cambridge following allegations of plagiarism and questions about aspects of his career. Plagiarism is serious. Perhaps we should call it what it is: academic cheating. It is not the same as what some of […]
Mental Health Support in Banks and Libraries: A Lifeline, or a Headline Waiting for a Delivery Plan?
Mental health support in banks and libraries could be a genuine step forward. The announcement that walk-in mental health support centres could open in libraries, former banks and high street locations is, on the face of it, welcome news. According to reports this week, the Government is planning 100 new community mental health centres and […]
91% of Gen Z Are Quietly Switching Off. Are We Listening?
Not all revolutions start with protests, banners, and headlines.Some start quietly — with a group of people simply deciding to live differently. That’s what’s happening right now with Gen Z workplace disengagement— those born between 1997 and 2012. According to recent research, a staggering 91% of Gen Z workers admit they are switching off — […]
Burnout, Bullsh*t and the Real Reason People Are Quiet Quitting
Mental Health Awareness Week won’t fix what your culture’s been breaking all year. This week marks Mental Health Awareness Week in the UK, taking place from 12 to 18 May 2025.The theme is Community—but let’s not sugar-coat it. People are not OK. They’re showing up. They’re replying to emails. They’re in the meetings.But inside? They’re […]