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43% of carers say their health has got worse since taking on caring duties – Carers UK
A higher proportion of female carers said they faced disadvantages with their health compared to males, at 64% compared to 52%.
Employee Relations
News
Bright Horizons: Employer family support boosts retention, wellbeing and return to office
New Bright Horizons research finds that businesses offering childcare and family services see major gains in productivity, loyalty and stress reduction.
Health & Wellbeing
One in four workers say their job harms their health – CIPD
The survey estimated that 8.5 million workers reported harm to their mental health, with 24% saying their work affected them physically.
Employee Relations
Unite calls on employers to recognise carers in the workplace
Unite said a carers’ passport would help staff document their need for flexibility and support.
Education & Training
Majority of adults lack digital skills for modern jobs, says expert
Crispin Read said: “Digital careers shouldn’t be reserved for the few. We’re here to open doors and help people walk through them."
Inclusion, Equality & Diversity
Proud to Care Cornwall opens nominations to recognise care workers across the region
Shortlisted nominees will be invited to an awards ceremony at the Eden Project on 19th September 2025.
Education & Training
NEU members launch ballot for above-inflation pay rise in sixth form colleges
If the ballot is successful and the SFCA does not meet the pay claim, a formal ballot for strike action will follow in the autumn.
Featured
Birmingham bin strike could last until December as workers vote for further industrial action
The industrial action, which began in January, stems from the council's proposal to restructure pay, potentially resulting in reductions of up to £8,000 per year for some workers.
Health & Wellbeing
Business travel linked to increased work fatigue for professionals – Good Travel Management
Common causes were tight schedules, early starts, disrupted sleep and frequent travel.
Employee Relations
Kuflink named one of Sunday Times Best Places to Work for second consecutive year
Specialist lender Kuflink has been recognised again by The Sunday Times for its commitment to staff wellbeing and community investment.
Health & Wellbeing
phs Besafe calls for ban on ‘forever chemicals’ in workwear
PFAS (Poly and perfluoroalkyl substances), known as ‘forever chemicals’, are a group of man-made chemicals that never break down and accumulate in the environment and in our bodies.
Health & Wellbeing
Busy Bees achieves silver RoSPA award for health and safety
Julia Small said: “Busy Bees should be proud of the hard work and commitment to keeping people safe that has resulted in a RoSPA Award."