The global pandemic put a pause on the movements of many workers, who decided it was better to ‘sit tight’ as the world’s businesses drew down the shutters and waited for better times. Now, as the economy begins to recover, ‘The Great Resignation’ has begun, with estimates revealing that around 41% of people plan to […]

British business leaders are set to increase their investment in employee wellbeing as they look to retain and nurture staff in the wake of ongoing economic concerns. According to Bupa Global’s Executive Wellbeing Index 2021, UK business leaders are predicted to increase their spend on employee mental health and wellbeing by 18 per cent in the coming […]

Almost half of UK employees would not talk to their employer if they were experiencing a health issue, having a detrimental impact on business performance and culture, according to new research from not-for-profit healthcare provider, Benenden Health. As many as 41% of individuals reported that they wouldn’t feel confident discussing any health issue with their employer, […]

With millions of businesses shifting to work-from-home policies due to the pandemic, employees, including young professionals just starting out, have had to quickly adapt to remote work and its impact on their careers, work-life balance, and mental wellbeing. Young professionals are a hungry breed of employee that will not stop at anything to climb the […]

A new study, commissioned by HR software provider CIPHR, reveals that most British adults (79%) feel stressed at least once a month, with work, money worries and lack of sleep among the biggest stressors. While one in five (21%) of the 2,000 UK adults surveyed describe themselves as stress-free, for many people stress has a more constant, […]

Four out of ten employees have taken less holiday since the pandemic, according to new research. A new study from Acas and YouGov found that 39% of UK workers took less paid time off work during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to the year before, with employees from small and medium-sized businesses the least likely to take paid […]

A study, conducted by flexible office specialist Workthere, has revealed that the average ‘lunch hour’ for office workers in the UK is just 28 minutes, shrinking by six minutes since 2017. For millennials this is even shorter, with 25–34-year-old workers taking just 25 minutes on average each day, three minutes less than the current national average. This means younger workers […]

Simone Biles’ withdrawal from the Olympic Games in order to look after her mental health has opened up discussions surrounding taking time away from work to manage mental wellbeing and whether people are able to be honest about this. Research carried out by not-for-profit healthcare provider Benenden Health found that only half (50%) of UK adults would […]

A survey has found that almost half of the UK’s workforce is not ready to return to work, with many being anxious or deeply concerned. Detailed in a new report by workplace wellbeing specialists, BHSF, 45% described their feelings about the return to work negatively. Deepening the crisis, only 5% of employers have put in extra employee […]

By Alex Hind, CEO, Heka… The COVID pandemic has undoubtedly caused disruptions to the traditional style of business operations around the world. With July 19th proclaimed ‘Freedom Day’ in the UK, business leaders are confident in rethinking their post-pandemic workplace cultures, and anticipating a speedy return to the office. There are many, however, who will […]

Employers will from today (Monday July 19th) no longer have to comply with Covid restrictions set by the Government. However, the removal of restrictions does not mean an easy situation for employers. Decisions about how and when to bring staff back into the workplace and how to manage employees who have different views about safety, […]

By Jack Green, Double Olympian and Head of Performance at Champion Health… As the 2021 Olympics approach, it’s a timely opportunity to take a look at how workplace health is absolutely crucial to performance and wellbeing. I was very fortunate to be a professional athlete and represent Great Britain at two Olympic games. But during […]

Working from home might be the norm – but it doesn’t work for everyone. Personal Development Expert Christine Macdonald offers insight into how managers can work with employees to find the best fit for them… 2020 had a significant impact on work culture in the UK. As the national focus shifted rapidly, industries and sectors […]

RedArc is warning employers to be prepared for a huge spike in the need for bereavement support services and counselling for employees during the remainder of 2021. Based on year-to-date figures, the nurse-led wellbeing service is predicting a 40% year-on-year increase in referrals to its bereavement support, which means that it will help the largest number […]

New research from Office Furniture Online has found that three in four UK employees who have worked from home for the majority of the last 12 months (77%) experienced some sort of managerial problem. Meanwhile, over a quarter (26%) of people feel as though their mental health hasn’t been considered while working from home. The […]

Ahead of Loneliness Awareness Week (June 14-18th), Naomi Thompson, Head of Organisational Development at Benenden Health, explains how employers can support team members struggling with loneliness as we slowly move away from COVID-19 restrictions… As lockdown eases and the national vaccine rollout continues successfully, many employers are working cautiously towards a partial or full reopening […]

By Maximillion… Here at Maximillion, we know that the workplace can often be a busy and stressful environment. With the fast and demanding pace of the office, it can sometimes be easy to lose sight of the importance that staff communication, collaboration and cooperation have on a company’s overall morale and productivity. For over 30 […]

By Debra Clark, Head of Specialist at Towergate Health & Protection Employees are at greater risk than ever of suffering burnout and employers should consider putting in place preventative and curative measures. For SME employers in particular, who are likely to have less capacity, it is important to look at tackling burnout in a sustainable […]