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Men account for 55% of all EAP counselling calls

The number of men accessing support for their mental health has risen dramatically in the past year, according to Personal Group

Unemployment falls but wage inequality rises

While UK unemployment hits another record low, the TUC warns of wage inequality between sectors

Employees face many financial wellbeing barriers

A panel at the Delivering Financial Wellbeing in the Workplace: What Works? conference discussed the many challenges to implementing financial wellbeing at work

Take advantage of Brexit extension but beware complacency

If organisations haven’t already prepared their post-Brexit people strategies now is the time

Businesses look to UK talent as EU workers turn away

Brexit may be creating new opportunities for people in the UK, according to research from LinkedIn

De Bois: Employers must educate legislators on flexible working

Former MP Nick de Bois called on employers to pressure the government on matters beyond Brexit, while a panel explored strategic wellbeing and happiness at work

Employees leaving high-pressure jobs need support

People working in high-pressure environments often experience issues when they leave these ‘comfort zones’, according to a panel speaking at an 87% launch event

Prejudice towards vegans endemic in the workplace

Almost half (45%) of vegan employees feel they have been discriminated against, according to Crossland Employment Solicitors

Home Office: Post-Brexit immigration a “two-way street”

Speakers at The Financial and Professional Services Post-BREXIT Immigration Briefing outlined the advantages and disadvantages of proposals

Working Families Best Practice Awards 2019 shortlist revealed

The shortlist of employers leading the way in flexible and employee-friendly workplaces has been announced

Top-ranked workplaces prioritise trust

Organisations with high levels of trust are both higher performers and better places to work, according to Great Place to Work

Conflict at work linked to mental health issues

Workplace conflict may be behind a rise in mental ill health among employees, research has suggested