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Half of RedArc referrals linked to cancer, mental health and musculoskeletal disorders
The organisation also noted that addressing non-clinical matters was as crucial as tackling the main health problem.
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Half of workers would feel more financially resilient with protection in place, finds LV=
The Reaching Resilience report showed that over four in 10 had no protection in place, either from themselves or their employer.
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SOM and Fertility Matters at Work call for cultural shift in workplace fertility support
The organisations said the focus should be on changing workplace culture, not just introducing policies.
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91% of women would stay longer with employers that support midlife health – LiveCareer UK
Flexible schedules were highlighted by 58% of women as the most helpful support, followed by 56% who wanted paid leave or mental health days.
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Mental health remains top concern for employers for a fifth consecutive year – Everywhen
59% of employers were worried about the mental health of their staff, with 49% planning to prioritise mental health support over the next year.
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City of London Corporation hosts roundtable on financial wellbeing in the workforce
The discussion looked at the role employers can play in supporting financial wellbeing, improving retention and productivity, and backing economic growth.
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Business Disability Forum calls for clarity on Access to Work scheme
Angela Matthews said: “We need clear direction from the Government to end this uncertainty and for rules around Access to Work to be clarified and applied fairly.”
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Royal Borough of Greenwich accredited as Carer-Inclusive Workplace
The accreditation came from Greenwich Carers Centre in recognition of the council’s new carers’ leave guidance.
Compensation & Benefits
E.ON signs pledge to offer paid fertility leave and support at work
The Fertility Support Pledge encourages employers to give clear, consistent support and to address the stigma faced by staff going through fertility treatment.
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56% of employers worried about cancer and serious ill-health, finds GRiD
Staff shared these concerns, with 25% of workers over 60 and 15% of all ages saying they were worried about serious ill-health such as cancer.
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NBS publishes white paper offering actions for managing trauma in the workplace
Dr Stefanos Nachmias said: "Employers have a critical role to play in creating safe, trusting environments where people can recover, contribute and thrive.”
Health & Wellbeing
Most employers want practical support for carers’ health and wellbeing at work – EfC
Three quarters (75%) wanted resources to help carers manage their health and wellbeing.