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'Average Brit feels stressed eight days a month'

‘Average Brit feels stressed eight days a month’

A new study has revealed that most British adults (79%) feel stressed at least once a month, with the average being eight days a month.
More than a quarter of parents struggle to find childcare

More than a quarter of parents struggle to find childcare

In a study of more than 3000 women 27% of parents said they struggle to balance work and childcare
Workers ‘uncomfortable taking time out for health appointments’

Workers ‘uncomfortable taking time out for health appointments’

New research from Bupa Health Clinics has found that only three in 10 employees say their employer encourages them to look after their health.
Championing mental health in the workplace

Championing mental health in the workplace

Simone Biles recent withdrawal from the Tokyo Olympics’ all-round competition, due to mental health concerns, has sparked worldwide discussion regarding taking time off work to focus on one’s mental wellbeing.
Britain is on the brink of a mental health shadow pandemic

New report claims ‘Britain is on the brink of a mental health shadow pandemic’

A new report from a leading mental health organisation has highlighted that the UK is heading towards one of the biggest mental health crises in history as cases of burnout, depression and workplace anxiety escalate post-pandemic.
The man on a mission to reduce suicide rates in construction

Meet the man on a mission to reduce suicide rates in construction

CEO of Sir Robert McAlpine, Paul Hamer wants the company to become the “best place to work” in the UK. In this Q&A for The HR World, he explains why and how he wants to improve the shocking statistics that show people who work in construction are three times more likely to commit suicide.
UK job quality continues to fall short but Covid yet to have an impact

“UK job quality continues to fall short but Covid yet to have an impact” – CIPD

CIPD Good Work Index finds there have been no material changes in the last year
Health of more than 1/2 global workforce significantly impacted

Health of more than half global workforce ‘significantly’ impacted during pandemic

Gartner research measured change in workforce health across multiple employee well-being elements, work-life balance, psychological safety, burnout, collaboration, innovation and responsiveness
Is a burnout pandemic about to be take hold?

Is a burnout pandemic about to be take hold?

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week we take a look at the causes of professional burnout and how to ensure resilience in your workforce
Mental Health Awareness Week 2021 and the issues for HR

Mental Health Awareness Week 2021 and the issues for HR

Around two in five (39%) employees have experienced an increase in worries about finances with female employees (44%) more significantly impacted than their male colleagues (34%), their research has shown.
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