July 2019
How to stop employee burnout
In May, the World Health Organisation (WHO) added burnout to the International Classification of Diseases, which means t...Read more
July 16 2019
Encouraging employee wellbeing this summer
Summer has officially arrived. The days are longer, the weather is hotter and everyone’s moods are generally lifted than...Read more
July 15 2019
Keeping children safe
Keeping children safe from harm, abuse and exploitation presents many challenges for parents and legal guardians.
Many...Read more
July 15 2019
World Breastfeeding Week 2019
According to the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH), the UK has one of the lowest rates of breastfeed...Read more
July 12 2019
Developing mental resilience
The American Psychological Association defines mental resilience as: “The process of adapting well in the face of advers...Read more
July 11 2019
Workplace harassment examples
Harassment is unlawful, unpleasant and has no place in any working environment.
The Equality Act 2010 defines it as, “un...Read more
July 11 2019
Lack of sleep: Causes and effects
You probably don’t get enough sleep—and neither do the employees in your care.
That may sound like a bold claim, but the...Read more
July 8 2019
Contribution based ESA: An employer’s guide
Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) offers financial support to ill and disabled employees who are unable to work due...Read more
July 5 2019
How can stress management training improve wellbeing at work?
We’ve examined the impact of stress and anxiety in the workplace.
We’ve also touched on the effects it has on the produ...Read more
July 1 2019
June 2019
Absenteeism at work
Do you have an employee who seems never to be around?
One that’s conveniently sick every Monday, or has many unplanned ...Read more
June 27 2019
Work capability assessment for mental health
This assessment is required by the Department for Works and Pensions (DWP).
It’s used to decide an employee’s entitleme...Read more
June 24 2019
Countering the wellbeing risks of relocating employees
According to research by the Resolution Foundation, the number of employees in the UK who agree to a relocation package ...Read more
June 24 2019
Supporting the wellbeing of shift workers
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) say that night workers account for one in nine employees across Britain following an inc...Read more
June 21 2019
How to prevent workplace bullying
According to a YouGov Poll, 29% of people in the UK have been the victim of workplace bullying.
That's nearly 3 in e...Read more
June 20 2019
Taking children abroad
Arranging family holidays after separation or divorce can lead to difficulties if there is a disagreement between parent...Read more
June 19 2019
Neurodiversity - Everything you need to know
It’s estimated that roughly 1 in 7 people in the UK are neurodivergent, meaning their brain functions, learns and proces...Read more
June 18 2019
World Hepatitis Day
According to the World Hepatitis Alliance (WHA), viral hepatitis is responsible for 1.34 million deaths a year and cause...Read more
June 17 2019
Unsociable working hours & mental health
Working hours can vary depending on a variety of factors.
From the geographical location of the organisation to its tar...Read more
June 17 2019
Off work with depression what are my rights
So, you’ve followed all the advice. You’ve done the right things. You’ve taken control, and you’ve been signed off by yo...Read more
June 13 2019
Night worker health assessment guide
According to the Working Time Regulations 1998, a ‘night worker’ is an employee whose regular work hours includes at lea...Read more
June 10 2019
Time off work for depression
Employees going to work when they’re experiencing depression is counterproductive to all involved.
As well as their ment...Read more
June 7 2019
