North West Employers Podcast

This episode of the North West Employers Podcast explores the often-overlooked impact of fertility treatment on employees and the workplace. Joined by fertility and workplace researcher Caroline Biddle, the discussion highlights the practical, emotional and professional challenges faced by individuals undergoing fertility treatment, the barriers that can prevent employees from seeking support, and...

In this episode, we speak to representatives from St Helens Council, the overall winners of the Tri-Sector Challenge, which took place at the Halliwell Jones Stadium in Warrington in June. Their team not only won the overall challenge but also received the Communications Award for their outstanding performance. The team shares their insights and experiences from the challenge, reflecting on what t...

This podcast focuses on the realities of modern fatherhood, exploring the pressures of balancing work, family life, and personal wellbeing. Through Andrew Pain’s insights, it covers the gradual nature of burnout, the importance of recognising individual stress signals, and the unique challenges faced by certain groups of fathers, such as new dads and those dealing with family breakdowns. The conve...

We’re pleased to share the first audio episode in our podcast series, where we bring to life the work we do and explore key topics that can help support organisations across local government and the wider public sector. In this episode, we reflect on what we achieved during 2025–26 and look ahead to the key priorities shaping 2026–27, including workforce reform, leadership development, organisatio...