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.
HCML said employers have an increasingly important role to play in supporting employee health.
The survey from Mental Health Foundation found that 33% of workers said poor sleep makes it harder to concentrate at work.
According to MyPerfectCV, 37% of workers wanted to reduce stress, while 34% said they are focused on achieving a better work–life balance.
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.
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.”
Cheryl Sharp, Workplace Domestic Abuse Expert, discusses how domestic abuse victims can be supported by workplace culture.
Matt Monette, head of UK & I at Deel, discusses potential work trends for 2026 as we usher in the new year.
The company launched an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential support 24/7 for workers and their families.
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.
Towergate Employee Benefits found that only 32% of UK employers said staff relocating abroad were fully prepared for changes in climate.
Research from MattressNextDay highlighted how prolonged standing, repetitive lifting and long periods of driving are affecting workers’ bodies across different sectors.