Wellbeing

Ageism in the workplace is widespread across the UK, with almost a fifth (18%) of older workers don’t saying they don’t feel valued because of their age, according to...

As employees feel the pinch from the rising cost-of-living in a post-pandemic era, companies cannot shy away and must play their part. Almost four in five Britons say the...

Hybrid working strategies is no longer one of the top communication priorities for employers, a new study has revealed. Gallagher’s 2022/2023 State of the Sector report, which surveyed 2,000-plus...

Sickness absence and presenteeism have risen dramatically in the UK post pandemic, a new Fruitful Insights report has revealed. Research by the data and analytics company found that employee-reported...

A pilot programme has discovered that a four-day working week is viable, with organisers insisting the results show it “improves work-life balance and supports healthier habits”. Carried out in...

Now is the perfect time for employers to discuss menopause support at work following the government’s announcement that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) costs will be cut in England, according...

Four in five employers have increased their health and wellbeing support or employee benefits to adapt to the changing circumstances of their staff, according to new research from Group...

At the start of a new year there is often a renewed focus on health and wellbeing. Adding to this trend in 2023 is a growing awareness post-pandemic, while...

There is a statutory right to request flexible working after 26 weeks of service, but flexible working is so much more than just part-time hours. Employers must recognise the...

Just under half (47%) of organisations collect data on employee health and wellbeing, and within this, only 26% review it regularly, according to research by the Chartered Institute of...