The past two years have revealed new perspectives and people are expecting permanent changes to how they work, but what’s the top priority for UK workers?
With employees taking an average of 3.36 mental health days of in 2021, how can business leaders support their people in the post-Covid workplace?
For those struggling with the after-effects of Covid infection, fatigue can be debilitating. How can employers support their people when they return to work?
During lockdown people have been neglecting their oral hygiene. As dental practices open it’s time to get back into the routine of going for regular check-ups.
The pandemic has caused many people to rethink their priorities, and now 16m workers may vote with their feet. So how can employers convince them to stay?
As UK businesses start living the new normal, we explore our latest research into how employee wellbeing programmes are affected by company size.
With Covid-19 restrictions coming to an end, how can employers in the hardest hit sectors support their people’s wellbeing through the transition?
As restrictions ease, employees are worried about their health at work. So how can employers ease the transition for those who are nervous about the return?
51% of employees say they’re worried about going into work. This World Wellbeing Week, we explore how employers can help their people thrive in the new normal.
As lockdown eases, many workers are still unclear on their employer’s expectations for the future, with opinions divided across different sectors.
With 51% of employees anxious about going into the workplace, there’s one thing HR can do to make the return a success — and that’s to listen.
After over a year of disruption due to Covid-19, how are people feeling about the future of work and what can employers do to help them to thrive?
After a long period of uncertainty and adaptation, what is the future of work? Our latest report looks at what the workforce needs to thrive in the new normal.
As England continues on its path to post-Covid economic recovery, we reflect on our research into the employee wellbeing experience during this difficult year.
The end of lockdown provides an opportunity for business leaders to be proactive, using employee feedback and wellbeing support to drive culture change.
59% of HR leaders want to do more in terms of wellbeing but company culture prevents it, so how can you win buy-in from leaders and improve the health of your people?
While productivity is affected by many factors, wellbeing is one area where organisations can take control to improve the health of their people and drive performance.
After a year of uncertainty, employees will be looking to leadership teams for wellbeing support as they navigate the post-lockdown workplace.
As the workforce continues to face change and uncertainty, business leaders have a valuable opportunity to develop employee wellbeing and boost productivity.
As we launch our Coping after Covid report, we examine the business impact of Covid-19 and how wellbeing can drive productivity and improve workplace culture.
Research about the impact wellbeing can have on performance and productivity, and the role wellbeing should play in pandemic recovery.
With homeworking and social distancing still in place across the country, who is responsible for mental health support, and how can they ensure it’s effective?
We explore our latest research into workplace wellbeing during the pandemic to reveal different perspectives and find out where support is needed the most.
We explore the results of a 1,600-person independent survey into workplace health and wellbeing across England, to uncover the mental health impact of Covid-19.
An overview of the key findings from our latest research into the effects of Covid-19 on workplace mental health and wellbeing.
The global health crisis has started a conversation that’s been well overdue – it’s time to start seeing wellbeing as a critical investment, not an expense.
Introducing our latest report about the hidden cost of the Covid pandemic to UK businesses and their people
We asked 1,600 employees and HR leaders across England about their health and wellbeing to explore the mental health impact of Covid.
This short report explores a year of health and wellbeing in UK homes and workplaces, using search data, survey feedback and social media trends.
As 2020 comes to an end, we reflect on a turbulent year of change and examine a year of health and wellbeing in UK homes and workplaces.
Our study looks at the physical and mental wellbeing of the country focusing on our changing experiences, attitudes and expectations of work.
With winter fast approaching and the UK re-entering lockdown, how can HR leaders reduce employee stress?
To not just survive but thrive, businesses need clarity and stability. They need to be able to think creatively and strategically in order to create a new way of working that can flex with the times.
Parenthood during the pandemic has been a polarising experience. Juggling work alongside household pressures has seen a decline in mental health, with parents now the most likely to prioritise work-life balance in future roles.
Between reduced demand and businesses closing their doors for months on end, the coronavirus pandemic has hit the UK and global economy in a way not seen since the 1930s.
Whilst working from home has caused increased pressures, we’ve also seen positive outcomes as a result of our new found flexibility.
Between gyms being closed, fitness classes stopped and outdoor exercise limited for large parts of lockdown, we looked at how coronavirus and lockdown has affected our physical wellbeing in our latest piece of research.
What started as a short-term response to a global emergency looks set to change how we work and what we expect from our employers in the long term.
From a word that few people had heard of to an everyday part of conversation, furlough has been one of the major topics and sources of debate throughout the coronavirus outbreak.
The majority of the UK’s workforce has now spent nearly three months in lockdown. Businesses have had to adopt new ways of working, with people managing families, the fear of job security and a change in working environment.
Whilst many of us have had our normal work routines turned upside down over the past few months, there’s been a handful of workers who’ve carried on going in.
Even before the outbreak, there was a growing mental health crisis in the UK with one in four adults experiencing mental illness each year at a total cost to the economy of over £105 billion annually according to the Department of Health.
Though many businesses are taking steps towards returning to work, remote working is set to remain a key part of how we do business, with 45% of employees saying they’ll work remotely more often in the future according to our latest piece of research.
From shops reopening to EU countries lifting border controls, we’re increasingly starting to think about going “back to normal” following the coronavirus outbreak. But what will this “new normal” look like when it comes to the workplace?
As restrictions surrounding the coronavirus lockdown begin to be lifted, many businesses are starting the transition to a new form of normality. However, the world of work is not where we left it.
Whether you’re a key worker still at your workplace or trying to stay productive whilst working from the kitchen table, the boundaries between work and home are more blurred than ever at the moment, making it hard to switch off.
Whether you’re a key worker who’s under extra pressure at work or trying to juggle children and work at home, it’s an incredibly stressful time at the moment.
Between working and watching a few extra series on Netflix, it can add up to a lot of time sitting down, taking its toll on our back and overall health.
There is lots of support out there to help you through this difficult time. We’ve listed some information sources, but if you’re struggling with anxiety or depression, reach out to your GP for further support.
Controlling worry is just as important now that the risks are elevated. If you spend hours a day reading all the breaking news stories and worrying about getting ill, it’ll make isolation much more stressful.
With the stress of routine change, juggling responsibilities and worrying about our health and the health of those around us, many of us will find ourselves worrying more than usual at the moment.
Worrying is when we keep going over something in our mind feeling uneasy or concerned about it and not really coming to any solution.
When we talk about giving our immune system a boost, we tend to think of it as one thing that needs a jump start.
What makes a diet healthy and how easy is it for us to achieve whilst we’re in lockdown?
We’ve all heard the guidelines about getting 8 hours of sleep a night, but a significant percentage of UK adults don’t manage that.
When we think about rest and recovery, we nearly always think about sleep, but managing your energy levels throughout the day is also important for being productive and feeling our best.
At times of change and stress, it’s easy to let your wellbeing take a backseat. But the first step in being able to cope with change-related stress is by listening to and meeting your own needs.
Faced with this new normal, it’s a good time to think about productivity techniques that can help you boost your concentration and get things ticked off your to-do list.
Whether it’s a new job or a new way of working, something difficult or something positive, change can be tough and may take its toll on our mental health.
Leading a 100-year-old business comes with a heavy sense of responsibility. As its current custodian, it’s my responsibility to create the conditions for success for the next 100 years and beyond.
Between new routines and health worries, it’s a stressful time. Staying on top of stress is crucial for our physical and mental wellbeing.
Spend some time thinking about where you might want to increase your knowledge or skill level within your job or even a brand new skill that you want to learn.
10 great ideas for keeping busy when you’re in isolation during the coronavirus pandemic
10 ways stay in touch even when you’re in isolation from coronavirus
5 free e-book resources to help to keep busy during COVID-19 isolation.
hints and tips on how to stay hydrated during coronavirus.
Why you should stay active in coronavirus isolation with 5 exercises to do at home
Read about what you should do if you’re showing symptoms of COVID-19 and they’re not getting any better.
How long to stay at home for if you think you have coronavirus or live with someone who does
Find out why some coronavirus cases need intensive care and some don’t.
Learn more about viral load and how it impacts coronavirus
More information on the recommended treatments for coronavirus and what you should do
5 tips for boosting your wellbeing when working from home during coronavirus
How to set up your workspace when working from home during the Coronavirus pandemic.
Hints and tips on how to create a routine when working from home during coronavirus
Read more about why social distancing is so important to stop the spread of Covid-19
As of Monday 23rd March, the UK government has introduced significant restrictions on movement in an attempt to limit the spread of the virus.
Guidance on how businesses can effectively respond to COVID-19 and minimise the risk of employees contracting the virus and spreading it in the workplace.
Here we look at how to manage sick pay when it comes to those who are self-isolating or fall ill with coronavirus.
Communication is paramount in protecting your business, as everybody has an important role to play in preventing the spread of COVID-19.
It’s important to only use trustworthy sources when seeking coronavirus advice. Here is a list of regularly updated, reliable sources of COVID-19 info.
With government advice in relation to COVID-19 being updated on a daily basis, here’s how you can develop a response plan to keep employees up to date.
With COVID-19 having such a big impact on daily life, we wanted to let you know the ways in which your health cash plan can help you during this uncertain time.
Our CEO, Dave Capper, talks about the pandemic panic surrounding the current coronavirus outbreak.