Advice and Opinion - January 2026

  • Why Some People Still Struggle to Start Their Careers in 2026

    Posted on Sunday, January 4, 2026 by Ian ThomasNo comments

    For all the talk about talent shortages, skills gaps and employers struggling to fill roles, the truth is that many people are still finding it incredibly hard to start their careers — especially young people, and especially young gay people who are navigating the working world without the support networks others take for granted. You’ll often hear politicians and business leaders say that this ...

  • Why Some People Still Don’t Feel Safe at Work in 2026

    Posted on Sunday, January 4, 2026 by Ian ThomasNo comments

    Workplaces across the UK have changed a great deal over the past decade. Policies have improved, many organisations now talk openly about inclusion, and conversations about respect and equality have become part of everyday working life. Yet, despite all of this progress, a surprising number of people still do not feel fully safe being themselves at work in 2026. Safety at work is about much more ...