Workers feel bosses put performance ahead of health

While staffing levels are important, presenteeism creates a "false economy"

Half have felt too anxious or depressed to go to work

Mental health issues remain the leading cause of long-term absences from work

Funeral planning: The final workplace taboo

The taboo around death must be addressed so funeral planning is seen as a vital part of benefit strategies

Family breakdown poses hidden risk for HR

Family breakdowns can cause stress, depression, and even lead to suicide

Employees not supported through mental health issues

Line managers routinely overestimate how well their workplace supports mental health and wellbeing

Exec coaching should not be confused with wellbeing coaching

Traditional coaching for those who have unrecognised mental health problems can be counterproductive

People's jobs making them ill

Poor posture, too little water and too much sitting is harming employees

Case study: WHSmith's approach to mental health

High street stalwart WHSmith wanted to mark its 225th anniversary with a project with a difference

More than half left worn out by work

Parents were more likely to be at risk of being drained by their work than childless employees

HR must get up to speed with technology

A Purple Cubed debate panel discussed HR's role in a future workplace characterised by automation and AI

Employees feel pressured to respond to work 24/7

Losing access to emails can cause stress, particularly for younger generations

Get your workforce moving: Five tips for combatting office inactivity

Finding time to exercise can be tough but there are ways staff can stay active even at their desks