Tag: wellbeing

Breaking down the workplace taboo; Supporting Bereaved Employees & Creating a Compassionate Culture

I recently experienced the sudden loss of my incredible mum Navigating this grief while managing work has been one of the toughest challenges I’ve faced. During this difficult time, Liz, our MD, along with Megan and Tonie, demonstrated outstanding compassion and understanding that greatly helped me balance both personal and professional responsibilities. From our first […]

HSE publishes annual work-related ill health and injury statistics for 2022/23

Nearly two million workers in Great Britain reported suffering from work-related ill health in 2022/23. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published its annual statistics on work-related ill health and workplace injuries. The statistics reveal that 1.8 million workers reported they were suffering from work-related ill health in 2022/23, with approximately half of the […]

Employers urged to make Wellbeing a ‘shared responsibility’ as CIPD finds sickness absence has soared to 10-year high

The research prompts experts to call for a supportive culture, where employees can discuss health issues and access help. Employers are being urged to make wellbeing a “shared responsibility” amid the news that UK sickness absence has hit a 10-year high. The CIPD and Simply health research found that UK employees were absent an average […]

Building a Positive Health and Safety Culture: Happy Workforce, Safe Workplace

We’re diving into a topic that’s not only crucial but also creates a workplace where everyone’s got each other’s back. We’re talking about the effects of a positive Health and Safety Culture. It’s more than just rules – it’s the rhythm that keeps the workforce safe and smiling. The Power of Togetherness: Imagine a workplace […]

Stress Risk Assessment ‘Toolkit’

Work Related Stress  Did you know that Employers have a legal duty to protect employees from stress at work by doing a risk assessment and acting on it.  If you have fewer than five workers you don’t have to write anything down. But it is useful to do this, so you can review it later, […]

Working in a heatwave: what should employers consider?

Working in a heatwave: what should employers consider? It is important to work safely in hot conditions.  Certain workers may be adversely affected by the extreme heat, such as pregnant women and elderly employees. The heat can also impact public transport which can affect employees commuting into work. The CIPD said that adopting flexible working […]

Points of frustration for HR during COVID-19

Points of frustration for HR during COVID-19 XpertHR Survey Results 2021 The response of the HR community to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has been to put people first, while also supporting business continuity during exceptional circumstances. It is unsurprising then, that wellbeing tops the priority poll for the profession for the coming year, coupled with […]