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Toxic workplaces increase risk of depression by 300 per cent
Employees who work at companies which disregard staff wellbeing have a threefold increased risk of developing depression. The close correlation between toxic workplaces and increased risk of mental health issues has been highlighted by research conducted by the...
Bumble and KPMG give staff time off to avoid burnout
Companies are providing staff with paid time off in order to avoid and remedy burnout, with dating app Bumble and professional services network KPMG instating this policy. Staff at Bumble, consisting of around 700 employees worldwide, have been given a week's paid...
Men’s Health Week: Providing better support for male staff
When it comes to overall health worries, men are less likely than women to ask for help. It means they are also less likely to be treated early and this can have an impact on the outcomes, particularly when it comes to cancer and mental health – sadly, suicide remains...
Staff being forced back into office despite work from home order
The TUC has warned that almost 10 per cent of staff are being made to return to the office prematurely - despite the Government's guidance stating that everyone who can work from home must do so. New research by the Trades Union Congress (TUC) finds that employers...
Brewdog staff pen open letter alleging toxic company culture
Ex-employees of the beer firm BrewDog have penned an open letter, sharing their negative experiences at the company and the alleged atmosphere of fear created. In this collective letter, former employees of the firm have put forward allegations of the negative...
UK workers experienced significant health damage due to pandemic
Over half of workers globally and two-fifths in the UK have faced a significant impact on their health during the pandemic. According to recent Gartner research, the health of the global workforce has been strained as a result of COVID-19. Gartner studied this impact...
Workplace bullying almost doubles since 2019
Working from home has provided a more inclusive environment for certain groups but experts warn this may have also led to a rise in workplace bullying. Research by Bupa shows that the number of employees who reported that they had experienced bullying has increased...
Increased scrutiny of staff could jeopardise mental health, research warns
New research has shown that more staff feel that their company has worked to support their mental health during the pandemic. However, it also warns that this progress could be jeopardised due to increased scrutiny. The number of staff who feel as though their...
Almost a million women have left the workplace due to menopausal symptoms
A recently published guide from the CIPD and Bupa reflects on the best practices for line managers to support women going through menopause. Research from the CIPD has revealed that menopausal women are the fastest growing demographic in the workplace. The menopause...
HR professionals in the UK at higher risk of burnout and isolation
Compared to the global average, HR professionals in the UK have been shown to be struggling - leaving many in a worse position than when the pandemic began. According to new research by Culture Amp, an employee experience platform, many HR professionals are feeling...
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Nick Matthews: How line managers will keep workforces engaged for the return to work
Have companies genuinely taken all employees into their confidence for their reopening plans? Understanding what support and skilling the UK workforce needs post-pandemic as we gear up for the so-called return to work – or more realistically, adopting different...
Katy McMinn: How to support employees with social anxiety return to the workplace
When the pandemic hit and workplaces closed their doors in March 2020, no one knew when they would re-open. But with lockdown restrictions easing in the UK and millions of people receiving a Covid-19 vaccine each day, it seems we are on the precipice of being free to...
Kate Palmer: Managing resentment in the workplace as more businesses re-open
As businesses start to reopen, employers must keep on the lookout for issues that could arise amongst staff after being reunited for some time. Although this is an exciting period for businesses, and employees may be excited at the prospect of returning to work, the...
Andy Nickolls: Has remote workplace harassment become a damaging blindspot in your compliance strategy?
Preventing all forms of bullying, harassment and mistreatment in the workplace should be an ongoing priority for any organisation that prides itself on creating a modern, supportive and inclusive culture. However, despite the best efforts of many HR professionals, it...
Ama-Afrifa Tchie: Has COVID-19 been a workplace equaliser?
Over the past year, with more people working remotely, many of us have had a greater insight into our colleagues' home lives than we could have ever anticipated. However, while we may see young children pottering into view and cats tapping across keyboards in Zoom...
Simon Blake: WFH one year on – What’s the mental health impact?
It has been a very long year in so many ways. Organisations have had to transform both what they do and how they do it. We have asked a lot of people and they have responded with commitment and determination. One of the most significant shifts has been the requirement...
Tracey Taylor-Huckfield: Managing Grief in the Workplace
As a key part of our economic and social lives, workplaces can be critical sources of support for employees who have experienced bereavement. However, business leaders and those in management positions are not always aware of the need to provide effective assistance...
Ryan Bonnici: Why I’m introducing one video call free day a week at a video call company
I’ve always believed effective leadership involves leading by example. In my previous role as CMO at G2.com, I wanted employees to feel comfortable talking about their mental health. This wasn’t going to happen overnight - people don’t just start talking about issues...
Rachel Credidio: Managing staff with a more nurturing approach during the pandemic
As we approach the unwelcome milestone of a full year since the UK first plunged into lockdown, the long-term effect of isolation is starting to show. The sudden shutdown of many parts of our economy thrust a number of social issues that were previously hidden into...
Mark Pemberthy: How employers can support employee wellbeing and help build up financial resilience
If there has ever been a time for ensuring employee financial resilience, it is now. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced millions of employees to adjust their personal finances, with many feeling increasingly worried and anxious about what their financial future holds....
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