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Corporate Britain has reached a milestone in boardroom diversity, with minority representation at record highs across FTSE companies. But the latest Parker Review warns progress remains uneven, with Black leaders still significantly underrepresented despite broader gains.

With just a week remaining before nominations close, organisations are being urged to recognise the outstanding achievements of Black professionals and entrepreneurs by putting forward candidates for the 2026 BBBAwards.

Nearly two-thirds of business leaders across the UK, France and Germany are not prepared to lead effectively in an AI-driven economy, according to a major new study.

Women’s representation on UK boards remains at 43% of FTSE 350 roles, unchanged from last year, while top executive positions continue to be dominated by men.

The average woman is effectively working for 47 days of the year for free compared with the average man, according to new analysis by the TUC, as the UK’s union body warned that progress on closing the gender pay gap remains painfully slow.

The annual Football vs Homophobia Awards honoured the champions pushing for inclusion in the game during LGBTQ+ History Month.

AI will only succeed in the workplace if organisations prioritise people over platforms, according to experts.

The shortlisted finalists for the 2026 British Diversity Awards has been announced, celebrating the individuals and organisations championing diversity, equity and inclusion across the UK.

Here are four trends shaping the future of work and what employers must do to thrive.

As the UK marks Ethnicity Pay Gap Day on 8 January, stark reminders of racial pay inequality are appearing on the streets of London and Manchester, as a national campaign calls for fair pay and greater transparency and accountability in the workplace.