All Healthcare and wellbeing articles – Page 7
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OpinionLovewell's logic: Is there a disconnect around health and wellbeing?
Employee wellbeing is a top priority for many employers, but how many can say that their health and wellbeing provision is truly living up to its full potential?Two separate pieces of research published this week suggest that while employers are investing in supporting their workforces’ health and wellbeing, this often ...
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ArticleAir Partner receives further disability confident employer accreditation
Aviation services group Air Partner has been awarded the disability confident employer level two accreditation in recognition of its work on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.The Disability Confident scheme, which was introduced by the UK government in 2013, aims to support employers to engage the talents of disabled people within ...
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Essex County Council launches EAP for care sector staff
Essex County Council has launched an employee assistance programme (EAP) for its xx care sector workers.In doing so, it is aiming to support employees mental, physical and financial wellbeing and reduce specific workforce challenges associated with the care sector.Through the EAP, which is provided by Vivup Perkbox on behalf of ...
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ArticleCost of staff sickness up £30 billion since 2018
The annual hidden cost to employers of staff sickness has increased by £30 billion since 2018, according to research by the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR).Its Health industry, prosperous economy report found that £25 billion of the increase is down to lower productivity from people working through sickness, and ...
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Supplier articleEmployee Resource Groups: What are ERGs and why do they matter?
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are crucial for creating an inclusive and supportive workplace. This guide delves into what ERGs are, why they matter, and how they can benefit your business. By embracing ERGs, you can foster a stronger company culture, attract diverse talent, and boost overall success. ...
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Article58% of employers say health benefits underused by staff
Health and wellbeing benefits are the most impactful component of an employee value proposition (EVP) but are underutilised by staff, according to new research from Cigna Healthcare. The report, Harnessing health – measuring the impact of employee health and well-being benefits, surveyed employers and staff in the ...
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AnalysisSupporting the mental health needs of today’s workforce
In order to implement appropriate mental wellbeing support, employers first need to understand their workforce’s needs.The way in which employers offer mental health assistance has changed, as interventions and services have become embedded in initiatives.More frequent chances for employees to speak about pressures they face can provide another approach to ...
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Case StudiesMony Group prioritises mental health with a range of wellbeing support
Technology-led savings platform Mony Group prioritises mental health and has a wide range of offerings to support its 630 employees’ wellbeing.The group owns comparison sites Moneysupermarket, Travelsupermarket and Icelolly, as well as consumer finance website Money Saving Expert and Quidco.Support for staff includes free membership to the Headspace app for ...
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Case StudiesSevern Trent Services supports mental wellbeing through advice and apps
Severn Trent Services addresses its employees’ need for mental and emotional wellbeing support by offering access to specialist advice along with signposting to relevant resources. The organisation, which is part of water and wastewater services supplier Severn Trent Water Group, employs 389 members of staff. In terms ...
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ArticleThe top 10 most read articles between 19 - 25 July 2024
The top 10 most read articles between 19 - 25 July 2024 on employeebenefits.co.uk were: HMRC to clamp down on misapplied childcare schemeGovernment launches pensions review to boost investment and outcomesSoftcat and Hilton named some of UK’s Best Workplaces for WomenVodafone, Linklaters and HSBC named top employers for equalityNewcastle Building ...
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ArticleBurness Paull reaccredited as menopause-friendly employer
Law firm Burness Paull has received menopause-friendly employer reaccreditation in recognition of its ongoing work to support its employees who are experiencing the condition. Established by Henpicked: Menopause In The Workplace, the accreditation sets standards which employers are required to meet. To achieve this, a panel assesses ...
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Article57% of employers say mental health and wellbeing is their greatest concern
More than half (57%) of employers said mental health and wellbeing is their greatest concern regarding their employees in light of remote and hybrid working, according to research by health and wellbeing firm Towergate Health and Protection. Its survey of 500 HR professionals also found that 49% ...
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Case StudiesThe benefits offered by Brewers Decorator Centres
The benefits on offer at Brewers include:Pension A group personal pension (GPP) plan for all employees, with a 4% employee and 5% employer contribution. If employees want to contribute 5% then Brewers will contribute 6%.Healthcare and wellbeingPrivate medical insurance (PMI) scheme for senior employees, employer paid.Virtual GP.Health cash plan, employer ...
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Case StudiesPodcast: Brewers Decorator Centres makes employee wellbeing a high priority
Employee Benefits · Employee Benefits/Brewers podcastListen: Brewers Decorator Centres ensures its benefits proposition is designed to support all employees in all areas of their lives. In this episode of the Employee Benefits podcast, Jane Clifford, people director, shares her views on how benefits should both help to make people’s everyday ...
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ArticleIrish government to extend parent’s leave benefit allowance
The Irish government has announced that it will extend its parent’s leave benefit allowance from seven weeks to nine weeks as of next month.The extension is part of The Parent’s Leave and Benefit Act 2019 (Extension of Periods of Leave) Order 2024 and aims to improve work-life balance and gender ...
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ArticleConnaught Care Collection introduces free health checks for staff
Care home group Connaught Care Collection has rolled out free full-body health checks to all of its 184 members of staff.The service, which is provided by health services provider Bluecrest Wellness, is employer-funded. The care group's aim is to help set a precedent for a more supportive and health-conscious work ...
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OpinionGeorgina Cameron: How can employers create a culture of fun?
As a B Corp, looking after the Lily’s Kitchen team is hugely important to us. Having fair and robust HR policies to support our employees is only part of the equation. We strive to enable and empower everyone on our team so that they feel able to work to the ...
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OpinionMaranda Ridgway: How can employers create a culture of fun?
The rapid pace of change and pressures to continually increase productivity have led to rising levels of mental health problems that have negatively impacted personal and working lives. One response that organisations have adopted to combat work-related mental health issues, such as stress and fatigue, is to ...
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Article33% believe their employer overlooks mental health problems
One-third (33%) of employees believe their employer is overlooking serious mental health problems among their workforce, according to research by AI-guided mental health provider Wysa. Its Colleagues in crisis report, which surveyed 6,413 respondents across the US, UK and Canada, as well as 2,182 from the UK, ...
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ArticleBT Group to roll out new family leave policy
Multinational telecommunications firm BT Group is to roll out a new family leave policy for its UK employees from 1 January 2025.The group’s new family leave policy is aimed at levelling up paid leave for any parent welcoming a new child. Regardless of how their family is made up, all ...