Work-related stress concerning employers

UK doctors issued 741,210 ‘fit notes’ for stress-related disorders in 2018, up 8% from 2017, according to GQ|Littler

Low sick pay and savings leave workers unprepared for absence

Research shows that falling values of contractual and statutory sick pay (SSP) are leaving people exposed if they are absent from work

Health and wellbeing investments made in manufacturing industry

The manufacturing industry is investing in workforce health and wellbeing, with 90% of companies reporting productivity boosts as a result

Top tips for establishing a mentally-healthy workplace

Introducing or refreshing workplace wellbeing policy in line with a whole organisation approach can have huge benefits

Back to basics... Absence management

Our back to basics series brings you top tips from industry experts on the bread and butter areas of HR

The importance of switching off over the Christmas period

In this digital era employees are finding it increasingly difficult to disconnect from work even during compulsory holiday times

Young people working while mentally unwell

Two reports have suggested young people are more likely to work while mentally ill, with some fearing they'll be labelled 'snowflakes'

Legal lowdown: Bereavement leave for pets

?Most businesses wouldn't hesitate to give employees time off to mourn the death of a family member or close friend. But what happens if that loved one is a pet?

Employees take four mental health days a year

?Workers are taking an average of four mental health days a year but tell employers they are for physical ailments, according to research

Absence expected to spike after bank holiday

Employers should anticipate higher employee absence after bank holidays as some employees have "too much Sun and fun"

Managing cancer in the workplace: HR's role

A well-attuned HR team and supportive work family can make all the difference in helping vulnerable individuals stay in employment and ease back into work following treatment