Tag: Absence
Psychiatric illnesses affecting 25.6% of employees
New research has examined the most common causes of all NHS staff with psychiatric illnesses proving the leading cause of employees missing work.
Read MoreNot so ‘Sick Note’ Britain? Research reveals Brits are working through pain
A huge number of Brits are working through pain, with a quarter reported to be taking painkillers due to a work-related injury, new research suggests.
Read MoreMenna Chmielewski: Five tips for the positive management of sickness absence
It’s no secret that UK employers are currently struggling with sickness rates – particularly amongst the young. The question is what to do about it!
Read MoreNatalie Mackenzie: Understanding concussion and brain injury in the workplace
Concussions are surprisingly prevalent in the workplace and can have significant implications for employee productivity, safety, and overall job satisfaction.
Read MoreHealth Foundation reveals alarming crisis among UK’s working population
A startling epidemic of illness are plaguing the UK’s working-age group, and the ONS expresses concern over the rising numbers exiting the job market.
Read MoreRishi announces shift in fit notes to address workplace absenteeism
The proposed shift in the process of issuing fit notes is intended as a solution to what has been characterised as an entrenched ‘sick note culture’.
Read MoreImpact of Universal Credit adjustments on individuals with long-term illnesses
Recent findings reveal that the ongoing rollout of Universal Credit will lead to significant financial challenges for disabled individuals unable to work.
Read MoreCurrent workplace policies inadequate for long covid sufferers
Businesses need to recognise the necessity for adaptable work policies that recognise the fluctuating and often invisible nature of conditions like Long Covid.
Read MoreNew working styles, same back pain: The impact of MSK on the workforce
51% of working adults feel that their work is the cause of their back pain. That’s not all. A million workers in the UK are too sick to work due to this!
Read MoreGrowing employee absence leading to increased UK business costs
34% UK employers have experienced increased employee absence in the last year, with employers recording an average of 4.8 days lost per employee per year.
Read MoreBrits looking for sickie excuses more than ever
At the start of February, in a single day it’s estimated that 1.6 million people called in sick, with many experts citing the end of dry January playing a role.
Read MoreVocational rehabilitation for long-term health conditions vital for employee retention
UK workers are more likely to remain with an employer long-term if offered VR support for staying or returning to work after a long-term health condition.
Read More- Steve Hope: Embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
- David Banaghan: How can businesses make the workplace a safe place to discuss mental health issues?
- Thom Dennis: Everything you need to know about quality collaboration
- Mary Czerwinski: Stress detection – utilising technology tools for mental wellbeing
- Tim Smith: Ensuring effective investigations into whistleblowing reports