Opinion
How can businesses support employees facing addiction?
Chris Britton, people experience director at Reward Gateway, highlights the critical role businesses play in supporting staff wellbeing.
Health & Wellbeing
Compensation & Benefits
44% of Gen Z workers distracted at work due to financial stress
The Boostworks survey of over one thousand 18 to 28-year-olds found that Gen Z workers are facing significant financial strain, and are increasingly turning to employers for practical support.
News
Mitie launches ‘Plan Thrive’ to uplift one million lives through inclusive employment
Plan Thrive will offer inclusive recruitment, mentoring, wellbeing support, and training to help people into sustainable work.
News
Supporting wellbeing boosts productivity for 47% of employers – GRiD
63% measured the impact of looking after staff, and 98% of those said it had a positive effect on their business.
Health & Wellbeing
59% of firms use health benefits to prevent staff absence – Towergate Employee Benefits
Nearly a quarter (23%) of businesses said absence rates cause issues.
News
Wellcrowd and VivaScore partner to deliver workplace wellbeing
Employers and insurers will be able to spot health risks earlier, covering physical, mental and behavioural areas.
News
ACEVO wins ‘Best Small Employer’ at the 2025 Working Families Best Practice Awards
ACEVO was recognised for its approach to flexibility, wellbeing and inclusion.
Health & Wellbeing
Calls grow for clearer workplace protections as UK temperatures soar
In newly issued guidance, Acas highlighted that employers are bound by a general “duty of care” to ensure working conditions remain reasonable, whether staff are in an office, warehouse, or working from home.
Featured
41% of workers admit pulling ‘sickies’ to make the most of hot weather, research reveals
According to Virgin Media O2’s broadband network analysis, traffic dips have emerged during the period warmest weather.
Featured
BMA responds to Government’s mental health care plans amid workforce concerns
The BMA has expressed cautious support for the new plans while raising concerns about workforce shortages and the limitations of digital solutions.
News
Supporting Gen Z in the workplace is more urgent than ever, say experts
Research from Instant Offices found that despite being considered one of the most digitally adept generations, many Gen Z professionals are encountering significant challenges as they enter the workforce.
Health & Wellbeing
MPs face same sleep struggles as night shift workers, survey finds
The survey, carried out by Night Club and the universities of East Anglia and Oxford found over 40% of MPs said they were rarely happy with their sleep quality.