Millennials most likely to link work to confidence and sense of purpose, survey finds
The survey from Cirencester Friendly found that 85% of workers said being unable to work due to illness or injury would affect their personal confidence.
Employers face £21.6bn sickness bill as workplace wellbeing priorities shift, study finds
HCML said employers have an increasingly important role to play in supporting employee health.
Sleepless nights reduce focus and performance for UK workers, research finds
The survey from Mental Health Foundation found that 33% of workers said poor sleep makes it harder to concentrate at work.
Majority of European workers plan to move jobs in 2026, research reveals
According to MyPerfectCV, 37% of workers wanted to reduce stress, while 34% said they are focused on achieving a better work–life balance.
TUC warns of record work-related stress across UK workplaces
The TUC’s 15th biennial survey of more than 2,700 union safety representatives found that almost eight in 10 (79%) cited stress as a major concern in their workplace.
Workplace predictions: 2026 trends and expert insights
Matt Monette, head of UK & I, Deel, said: “The businesses that will thrive in 2026 are those that combine operational efficiency with an environment where people feel seen, empowered and set up to succeed.”
The hidden cost of domestic abuse to UK businesses
Cheryl Sharp, Workplace Domestic Abuse Expert, discusses how domestic abuse victims can be supported by workplace culture.
The 2026 work reset: flatter teams, emotional salaries and the rise of ‘LinkedIn envy’
Matt Monette, head of UK & I at Deel, discusses potential work trends for 2026 as we usher in the new year.
Phoebus Software launches new wellbeing measures for staff
The company launched an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential support 24/7 for workers and their families.
Employment Rights Bill clears Lords after months-long deadlock
The Bill introduces a series of reforms including a ban on exploitative zero-hours contracts, day one sick pay, and stronger protections against harassment, alongside wider changes aimed at tackling insecure work.
Most employers unprepared for overseas assignment risks, research finds
Towergate Employee Benefits found that only 32% of UK employers said staff relocating abroad were fully prepared for changes in climate.
Festive work pressures disrupting sleep for frontline staff, experts warn
Research from MattressNextDay highlighted how prolonged standing, repetitive lifting and long periods of driving are affecting workers’ bodies across different sectors.
