Working parents seek greater employer support for children’s wellbeing, report finds
The report urged employers to offer resources such as mental health support, tutoring, and expert advice lines to help reduce parents’ mental load.
62% of employers plan to increase focus on staff wellbeing, research reveals
Employers are shifting towards a more targeted approach towards employees by increasing focus on wellbeing.
Employer helpline sexual harassment calls surge by 164% – Irwin Mitchell
Employer-side helpline calls about sexual harassment rose by 164% in the most recent quarter, exceeding 100 for the first time
Unsafe working conditions at Mansfield bus station, says GMB
GMB has raised the alarm after workers reported an increase in anti-social behaviour at the terminal representing the staff.
L&G reports 79% increase in digital health service usage
62% of employees using L&G’s Virtual GP (vGP) said it helped them avoid time off work.
Caring for loved ones takes toll on employees’ mental health and relationships, research finds
A survey of 1,000 people aged 45-75 providing care for a relative revealed that three-quarters feel ‘on-call’ for at least half the week.
Three in 10 employees admit to calling in sick despite no illness, research reveals
Three in 10 (31%) employees cited the need for time away from the workplace as their excuse for taking a sick day.
Cancer overtakes mental health as most common condition supported by RedArc
According to RedArc, no two cancer journeys are identical, and the experience of an individual can vary daily depending on their diagnosis.
27% of employers concerned about cancer for older staff, GRiD finds
The concern about cancer was echoed by 18% of all staff themselves, rising to 27% of those over 55.
First-time employment affects health behaviours in young adults, study shows
The study assessed daily fruit and vegetable intake, regular physical activity patterns, and daily sleep duration after employment.
73% of employers concerned about financial stress impacting working parents’, research finds
REBA and WEALTH at work found financial stress is a significant factor affecting the mental wellbeing of working parents.
Average British employee works 215 hours overtime per year – HiBob
More than two in five (42%) workers do not receive any additional compensation for overtime worked.
