All Healthcare and wellbeing articles – Page 27
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ArticleNHS Scotland launches menopause and menstrual health policy
NHS Scotland has introduced a menopause and menstrual health workplace policy in order to create an environment where its female employees feel confident in raising health issues.The policy, which applies to all employees, bank, agency and sessional workers, reflects recommendations from a study of NHS employees by Professor Kathleen Riach, ...
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ArticleHargreaves Lansdown becomes endometriosis-friendly employer
Financial services firm Hargreaves Lansdown has received endometriosis-friendly employer accreditation as part of its aim to drive positive change for women and those assigned female at birth.By signing up to the scheme, the firm has committed to review, update and implement policies to support those with endometriosis, provide managers with ...
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Article82% of employers introduced support for World Menopause Day
Employee Benefits poll: 82% of organisations introduced support or initiatives to mark World Menopause Day (18 October), according to a survey of Employee Benefits readers.Employers responded that they had implemented other types of support or initiatives to commemorate World Menopause Day, such as a dedicated menopause policy and an employee ...
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Case StudiesBenefits on offer at Daemon
The benefits on offer for UK employees at Daemon from day one of employment; employees outside of the UK receive a benefit allowance to ensure parity.Pension and group riskA group personal pension (GPP) plan with an 8% employer contribution for all UK employees, with no minimum employee contribution.Death-in-service benefit of ...
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Case StudiesPodcast: Daemon's reward approach supports its remote-first working model
Employee Benefits · Employee Benefits/Daemon podcastListen: In this episode of the Employee Benefits podcast, Jenny Locke, head of people at Daemon, discusses the reward strategy at the technology consultant, and how the organisation provides an enticing employee experience to retain key talent.Locke explains how the strategy is aligned to the ...
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ArticleLakeland introduces new staff wellbeing support
Credit: Ben Molyneux / Shutterstock.comKitchenware and homeware retailer Lakeland has implemented new wellbeing support to protect its more than 1,300 members of staff.Through a partnership with retail industry charity the Retail Trust, Lakeland employees can access a range of mental health resources, such as counselling and cognitive behavioural therapy for ...
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ArticleWorker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill receives Royal Assent
The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill has received Royal Assent as of this month.The initial bill drafting proposed liability on employers for harassment of their employees by third parties, such as a customer, client, supplier or contractor, which meant an employee could therefore be harassed by simply ...
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Article70% of working parents want work-life balance in a job
Work-life balance is the top factor that working parents consider when looking for a job, with 70% citing this, according to new research.Commissioned by the Department for Education’s Teach in Further Education campaign, the survey consisted of responses from 1,002 working parents in England, who work both full- and part-time ...
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Supplier articleHow to measure the impact of your mental health initiatives
Measuring the impact of mental health initiatives is crucial because it allows you to show your genuine commitment to employee wellbeing and understand the tangible outcomes. Taking the time to measure your wellbeing policies properly will help you to fine-tune strategies, offer sincere support to your workforce ...
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ArticleAIB to introduce bonus and healthcare benefits for employees
Allied Irish Banks (AIB) is to introduce healthcare benefits and a bonus worth up to €12,700 for all employees.From 1 January 2024, it will introduce healthcare benefits for the first time for all employees in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. The benefits, which are provided by Bupa and ...
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ArticleGrant Thornton, EY and KPMG among 2023’s 100 Best Companies
Audit, tax and advisory firm Grant Thornton, EY, Bank of America and financial services business KPMG have been named among 2023’s 100 Best Companies by Seramount.The professional services and research firm’s list recognises employers that support their employees and their families, and honours organisations that go beyond traditional parental leave ...
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ArticleNirvana, The Killers and AC/DC boost tradespeople through the working day
Something for the weekend: Nirvana, The Killers and AC/DC have been revealed as some of the artists that tradespeople listen to most while working, according to research by Toolbox by Admiral.Insurance experts at the organisation scraped UK Spotify data to establish which music most often features in the playlists of ...
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Article55% believe advancing technology is transforming how HR teams operate
More than half (55%) of UK HR professionals believe that advancing technology is transforming the way HR teams operate and deliver in their role, according to research by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).The professional body for HR and people development's People profession 2023: UK and Ireland survey ...
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Supplier articleThe connection between physical health and work performance: DocHQ Physio insights
HR managers have to deal with many different issues. You play a vital role in shaping not only the productivity of your company but also the culture. This comes with its own unique set of challenges, not least the fact that an efficient, effective and happy workforce is your responsibility.One ...
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Supplier article6 ways DocHQ helps boost your employees’ mental health at work
Recent research by The Workplace Health Report 2023 revealed that 79% of UK workers experience high stress levels, most often caused by work.One key way to support your employees and help reduce stress and boost their mental health is by partnering with DocHQ Fitness. Studies have shown that exercise not ...
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Case StudiesCawleys uses voluntary benefits to motivate and support employees
Independent waste management business Cawleys has invested in a variety of voluntary benefits to create a working environment that inspires, motivates and supports its employees.The organisation, which employs more than 220 staff, believes its success begins and ends with its people, which is why it has introduced voluntary initiatives to ...
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ArticleExclusive: Central Co-op launches flexible working pilot
Central Co-op has launched a flexible working trial for 7,700 employees across its support centre and food and funeral operations teams.Named WorkFlex, the trial will see the introduction of a four-day week and nine-day fortnight model on a compressed hour basis. It began this month and will run until the ...
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Supplier articleSMARTPAY: THE SMARTER WAY TO PAY FOR CHRISTMAS
We’re thrilled to bring SmartPay to life for our clients and consumers. SmartPay is the smart way to pay, helping your employees avoid high-interest loans or credit cards by spreading the up-front cost of technology, appliances, wellbeing, and lifestyle purchases through affordable and manageable salary deductions. Read ...
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ArticleBuyer's guide to health cash plans
What are health cash plans?The origins of health cash plans can be traced back to the 19th century when they were originally provided by charitable or non-profit organisations. As a support system that pre-dates the creation of the NHS in 1948, cash plans helped employees pay for their various healthcare ...
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Supplier articleHow employees can track down lost pensions and guidance on pension consolidation
2.8m lost pension pots in the UK, worth around £26.6 billionWEALTH at work explains how employees can track down lost pensions and provides guidance on whether to consolidateThe total value of lost pension pots has grown from £19.4 billion in 2018 to £26.6 billion in 2022. There are 2.8 million ...