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FedEx HR Chief: “Why we are putting mental health and wellbeing top of our agenda”

Over the past year, our mental health and wellbeing have been put under strain. Whether you were classified as a key worker, transitioned to working remotely or simply struggled to keep up with the changing government restrictions, the past year or so has impacted each and every one of us to varying degrees.
'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.
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
Nine in 10 HRs say employee wellbeing 'extremely important'

Nine in 10 HRs say employee wellbeing ‘extremely important’

Report claims companies have taken genuine steps to support employees during pandemic
One-in-four would move to four-day week

One-in-four would move to four-day week – even if wages were slashed by a fifth

A quarter (25%) of UK employees would move to a four-day working week even if their wages were reduced by one fifth.
Stop seeing 'busy' as a virtue the employer’s perspective

Stop seeing ‘busy’ as a virtue – the employer’s perspective

"From the employer’s perspective, mental health and wellbeing at work isn’t just a ‘nice to have’, it’s a legal requirement."
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