Health & Wellbeing
Working To Wellbeing launches neurodiversity support programme
The programme was designed to support neurodivergent individuals in the workplace to thrive and flourish.
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Employee Relations
Report highlights demand for flexible work among professionals
A new Ivanti study reveals that while 80% of professionals value flexible work, while only 25% have high flexibility in their roles.
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5.7 million face ‘carers penalty’ – women most of all, says TakingCare
Women are expected to bear the brunt of caring responsibilities, particularly for ageing parents.
Health & Wellbeing
Study highlights physical costs of high activity levels in non-desk-based jobs
A study by Altro reveals that non-desk-based workers in the UK average nearly three times the national average of daily steps.
Health & Wellbeing
Over 75% of Brits answer work emails while on holiday
An InstantprintUK survey reveals varied annual leave habits among UK workers, highlighting a gap between policy and practice, with many struggling to fully disconnect from work during their time off.
Health & Wellbeing
Study links ‘phubbing’ with reduced workplace creativity in women
New research suggests that 'phubbing,' or ignoring one's partner for phone use, diminishes workplace creativity among women, underscoring the need for supportive work-family environments.
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UNISON calls for increased flexible working in the NHS
Following a survey, UNISON advocates for more flexible working practices within the NHS to help retain and attract staff.
Health & Wellbeing
Prime Minister announces crackdown on retail crime, retail worker assault to be made criminal offence
New government crackdown targets retail crime, making assaulting a retail worker a standalone criminal offence.
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Survey reveals water workers face increased abuse amid sewage dumping concerns
A survey links rising abuse of water sector employees to public outrage over increased sewage dumping incidents.
Health & Wellbeing
UNISON survey reveals mental health crisis among NHS staff
Over 30% of NHS employees have taken leave due to mental health issues in the past year, highlighting the urgent need for improved support and working conditions.
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29% of parents feel unable to cope financially if diagnosed with critical illness – LV=
29% of parents with young children do not feel confident in their ability to cope financially if diagnosed with a critical illness, new findings from LV='s Reaching Resilience report has revealed.
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Study reveals coffee breaks with colleagues boost job satisfaction and productivity
A recent study finds that coffee breaks with colleagues are key to greater job satisfaction, with 84% reporting less enjoyment at work without them.