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Employee wellbeing overtook all other concerns for HR leaders in 2024, research finds
Hybrid working models, balancing flexibility with social interaction, were identified as the most effective for mental health.
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Workplace anxiety leads to burnout if not acknowledged, survey finds
The survey identified the top anxiety-inducing situations at work, with performance reviews affecting 50% of employees.
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Freelancers report worsening mental health and lack of support amid challenging conditions in 2024
New research from Leapers reveals 45% of UK freelancers saw a decline in their mental health in 2024, with only 6% feeling supported by the Government. Late payments, client ghosting, and lack of access to mental health resources were major challenges for the self-employed workforce.
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Hybrid workers in office 1–2 days a week report lowest wellbeing, with only 50% positive, study finds
The study found that workers who attend the office one or two days per week were the least likely to self-report 'great' or 'good' wellbeing.
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New colour vision testing to allow more people to work in safety-critical railway roles
RSSB research introduces a two-step colour vision test that could enable nearly half of current Ishihara test failures to qualify for safety-critical railway roles.
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Epassi data highlights the role of workplace benefits in encouraging women to exercise
Epassi data shows nearly half of its 2024 customers were women, demonstrating how workplace gym benefits can help address physical activity gaps.
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Parents to receive day one right to neonatal care leave and pay
Neonatal Care Leave will apply to parents of babies who are admitted into neonatal care up to 28 days old.
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Wales leads UK with Social Care Workforce Partnership to improve conditions for care staff
Wales establishes the UK's first Social Care Workforce Partnership to unite government, employers, and trade unions in improving working conditions for social care staff.
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Birmingham named most stressed city in the UK according to a new study
Birmingham has been named the most stressed city in the UK which highlighted significant challenges faced by workers in the region.
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NASUWT welcomes call for paid miscarriage leave ahead of 24 weeks
NASUWT welcomes MPs’ support for statutory paid leave for miscarriage, urging the Government to back amendments to the Employment Rights Bill.
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UK employees suffer from a lack of workplace appreciation compared to their global counterparts
The UK reported the lowest Appreciation Index scores (61.8 out of 100) against the U.S. and Australia, and below the global average of 65.
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Early intervention is key to combat mental ill-health – GRiD
Katharine Moxham said: “If Blue Monday is said to be the most depressing day of the year for staff, it’s worth sparing a moment to think about how those who are already struggling with their mental health might be feeling at this time."