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What is diabetes? There are 2 main types of diabetes: Type 1 – where the body attacks cells that provide insulin Type 2 – where the body doesn’t produce enough insulin, or the body doesn’t react to insulin The majority of people with diabetes in the UK have Type 2. A...
What is EAP? An EAP is a workplace wellness programme. The goal of an EAP is to provide employees with the tools and resources that they need to improve their mental health and help balance their work/life. According to the CIPD: “Mental health-related absence is the...
On average the regular employee spends a third of each day in their workplace, and therefore it stands to reason that the condition of the physical working environment in which employees spend so much time are highly impactful on their job satisfaction, motivation,...
An email switch off policy encourages all employees to log out of their work email accounts and intranets outside of their regular working hours. With many employees continuing to work from home or in hybrid working arrangements, the benefits of an employee’s right to...
Employee absence is a significant cost for many businesses, yet research suggests that only a minority of employers monitor that cost. Apart from annual holiday entitlement, an employee may need time off for the following reasons: Short term or long term sickness,...
Sometimes it can all seem a bit of a minefield for employers when it comes to statutory rights to time off for parents. With a variety of “options” and certain rules regarding notice to be given; it is always wise to sense check the latest government regulations....
Topics covered in this webinar: What is emotional intelligence Emotional Intelligence at work How to improve your emotional intelligence 10 ways to work smarter using emotional intelligence Using emotional intelligence to be a great Co-worker Using emotional...
World Suicide Prevention Day - 10th September World Suicide Prevention Day is observed on the 10th of September, it started in 2003 and is held annually on the same day every year. This day is recognised for businesses, government agencies, the media and others to be...
Some teams work amazingly together and other teams fall apart at the first hurdle. Teamwork is essential for smaller companies to perform their strategic tasks in order for them to be successful, having good teamwork allows companies to use a wider range of...
Stress is commonly understood to be a result of an individual experience of excessive pressure, with ‘stressors’ being the term used to describe an event, action or other element that directly triggers or contributes to such an experience. It is vital to note that...
An eating disorder is a condition that affects the way people eat or perceive food. Eating Disorders can be complex and can affect people in different ways. An eating disorder is a serious mental illness which can affect people psychological, socially and physically....
Unfortunately, one in four pregnancies ends in miscarriage. A miscarriage can affect a woman and her partner in different ways, and both will need support and help from their employers if they suffer a miscarriage. However early a miscarriage takes place it is a loss...
Domestic abuse is an awful crime that can deeply affect those involved. Usually domestic abuse occurs in the home, the impact of the abuse affects a victim’s life in every aspect, including their work. Recent research shows that one in five people have had to take...
When the pandemic struck in March 2020, we were all put into lockdown, which saw some workplaces close and requests for employees who could work from home to do so. Overnight businesses had to find new ways to allow them to still operate as best as they could. Video...
Before we get started, here are some statistic for employers taken from Alcohol Change UK; More than 25 million adults in England regularly drink alcohol. Lost productivity due to alcohol use costs the UK economy more than £7 billion each year. 35% of people say...
A New Year can often mean a new start for many people. January and February are often the busiest months, with people looking for a new job. However 2021 will be a different start to the year than what employers are used to due to Covid-19. Businesses will usually be...
On 10th July 2020, the government introduced a travel corridor list of exempt countries that people could travel to. People arriving in the UK from any of these exempt countries would not be required to self-isolate if they had not also visited a non-exempt country in...
During the Coronavirus pandemic there has been more burden placed on HR Professionals, managers, and employees. The pandemic has changed: The way people live; The way people work. The way of life over the last 6 months has been completely different to what anyone has...
Suffering the loss of a family member, partner or friend can be devastating, grieving employees need to be supported in the workplace and it’s important to realise grief affects everyone differently. Some people want to get on with their daily lives and busy...
Occupational Health (OH) looks at an individual’s health and how their health may be contributing or affecting work and their role in the workplace. OH seeks to promote and maintain the health and wellbeing of employees, with the aim of ensuring a positive...
Prepare Now For a Potential New Wave of Coronavirus Infections This Winter. The UK government has recently announced a further easing of lockdown in the UK and are hopeful that we will see a "significant return to normality" by Christmas. However, there is much...
The coronavirus outbreak has caused huge changes to the way we work, and left many of us without our usual support systems. Therefore, it’s more important than ever before to reflect on what keeps us well and identify how we can look after our wellbeing during this...
When was flexible furlough introduced? From 1st July the furlough scheme changed to become more flexible since it commenced in March. From 1st July employees can work part-time and be furloughed for the remaining hours of their working week. Hours of work need to be...
Millions of people shielding from coronavirus will be advised that they can spend more time outside their homes from Monday 6th July. People who have been shielding for the last 3 months remain vulnerable and are advised to still take precautions. However, the...
Flexibility is being able to adjust to short term change quickly and calmly so that unexpected problems or tasks can be dealt with effectively. Companies who allow flexible working and have a positive approach to flexibility can be more versatile, resilient, and...
The NHS test and trace service is part of the government’s coronavirus recovery plan. The service provides: Testing for those with symptoms; The ability to get in touch with anyone who has a positive result to help share information on any close contact they have had...
Men’s Health Week raises awareness of health issues and getting men to become more aware of these health issues. This year Men’s Health Week runs from 15th-21st June 2020. How can work affect health? Good employee health is good for business; many hours are spent...
Employers have a duty of care to take steps to ensure the health and safety and welfare of all their employees. Businesses that employ more than five people are legally obliged to have a written health and safety policy or statement which is circulated and available...
Coping with Anxiety The government are now encouraging employers and employees to agree working arrangements for employees to return to work. More than two-fifths of UK workers are anxious about the prospect of returning to work following the outbreak of coronavirus,...
Research by People Management has found that half of employees working from home during the current lockdown situation are unhappy with their work-life balance, with the majority of those surveyed putting in longer and more irregular hours than they would under normal...
The government has drafted an initial guidance on how UK companies may be able to reopen their workplaces and gradually exit lockdown. The draft document includes a range of guidelines for businesses to follow, covering additional health and safety and wellbeing...
Two out of three employers believe that return-to-work interviews have cut employee absence rates, so are you doing yours right? What is a return to work interview and why is it important? A return to work interview is generally a short, informal meeting held with an...
The speed, by necessity, of the introduction of Job Retention Scheme continues to leave many questions unanswered. However one area that was clarified by a press release and posted on the daily update from Gov.UK on the 24th April was regarding pay for employees...
The Care Home Sector is experiencing its own unique set of circumstances as the country manages through the COVID-19 outbreak. In response to this we have put together some specific details a Care Home should consider to ensure protection of both its staff and...
Although many employees have now been placed on furlough, many remain working in these difficult times. It is not always possible, given the diverse nature of roles and businesses for many employees to work from home. Therefore, we have collated a few key points to...
The coronavirus outbreak is having an impact on all of our daily lives, as the government take necessary steps to manage the outbreak. To date government guidelines include social distancing and staying at home for all but essential travel. In addition to measures...
From time to time people become ill and invariably need time off to recover from illnesses. Understanding the reason and the causes of the absence is key to ensuring that the employer acts in a reasonable and fair manner, and uses the appropriate procedure to manage...
What is Movember? Originating in Australia in 2003, Movember has become a huge fundraising initiative for men’s health. Movember aims to raise awareness for men’s health issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer and mental health. Each November men grow...
The first Wednesday in November is National Stress Awareness Day, this is a great opportunity to think about our own wellbeing, and how we can reduce stress. Stress is any change in the environment that requires your body to react and adjust in response. The body...
21st October is Apple Day in the United Kingdom. Apple day is an opportunity to remind us of the benefits of eating healthily. With that in mind here are some tips to help you eat a healthier diet and make healthier choices. Eat lots of fruit and vegetables Data from...
70 million workdays are lost each year to mental health problems in the UK, costing employers an estimated £2.4 billion annually [1]. Mental health problems can interfere with employees’ well-being and their job performance. Mental Health problems include anxiety,...
Understanding the benefits of wellbeing in the workplace may help your company flourish. Improving wellbeing in the workplace can help your employees feel more comfortable, healthier, happier and overall less stressed. Enhanced wellbeing can increase employee...
What is presenteeism? Presenteeism is working: when you are ill excessive hours with a reluctance to take time off. Presenteeism is an accelerating trend in the U.K. The CIPD/Simplyhealth Health and Well-being at Work survey states that Presenteeism more than tripled...
This past week the BBC has had the spotlight on that difficult subject of the Menopause, this prompted me to think about my own experience in going through what everybody commonly called “The Change”. At a time in your life as a woman you are supposed to be “in your...
To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, this blog looks at how UK employers can use a range of methods, including technology, to overcome stigmas and better support staff suffering from mental health conditions. Employers have a duty of care to look after their...
Since 1950 the 7th April has been known as ‘World Health Day’ to help raise awareness and ensure that everyone globally has access to quality health services. The World Health Organization (WHO) choose a worthy health theme for their campaign annually to highlight...
We are living in an age where there are five generations in the workplace, now not uncommon for most medium-large sized organisations. These range from Traditionalists, i.e. those who were born before 1946, all the way through to Generation Z – the youngest generation...
If you haven't already had your annual Christmas party, this coming Friday 15th December is the most popular night to celebrate. This event in the calendar year is for many the one chance that employers can recognise the hard work that their employees have achieved...
In just under two weeks time, the clocks will go back! That means most commuters will be getting home in the dark or at the very least dusk. As an employer, I'm sure that your business is fully aware of the health and safety issues surrounding the day to day running?...
Established in 1992 by the World Federation for Mental Health, today sees the 25th anniversary of World Mental Health Day. According to current statistics, 1 in 4 people will experience some kind of mental health issue over the course of their lifetime, and many more...
Get your Employee Benefits in Clover from day 1… If you’re a growing business with a growing team, you’ve probably given some thought to putting together an employee benefits package. At this stage, however, you may be confused by what to include, or concerned about...
