The need to support employees and colleagues in managing their mental health is widely recognised, however the wide range of interventions being marketed makes it difficult for employers to know what works. Launched on the back of increased mental health ...
Read More »Pareto relaunches its free virtual medal event #FM10
Pareto FM has relaunched its free virtual medal event #FM10, this time focusing on inclusion. The purpose of the health and wellness initiative is to encourage people to engage in an activity they love regardless of their abilities. All with ...
Read More »Record number of people off work with long-term sickness
The results of a new study into the impact of ill-health on the UK’s working population have been published by the Society of Occupational Medicine (SOM). Following on from Occupational Health Awareness Week (18-24th September), the report ‘Understanding Recent Trends in ...
Read More »Almost half of British workers believe poor IAQ has led to them suffering from Sick Building Syndrome
Concerns over indoor air quality remain at an all-time high, according to new survey which found 64 per cent of British workers are mostly concerned about the impact of air-quality on their health. The survey of 2,000 professionals conducted by ...
Read More »First British Standard for indoor environmental quality welcomed by BESA
The creation of the first British Standard for health and wellbeing in buildings has been welcomed by the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA). BS40102 (part one) gives recommendations for measuring, monitoring, and reporting indoor environmental quality (IEQ) in all types ...
Read More »Research findings ask is working from home harming our health?
According to new research from global food services firm, Compass Group and global market intelligence agency Mintel, UK employees who work from home are more likely to eat indulgent foods, snack between meals, and work longer hours than their workplace-based colleagues. ...
Read More »What do employees really want from the office?
A recent study into workplace trends found that 28% of UK workers are asking for greater workplace mental health and wellbeing support from employers[1]. This is at a time when nine out of ten businesses are reporting struggles to retain ...
Read More »New report uncovers a hidden crisis in women’s workplace health
A ground-breaking report, Uncovering the UK’s Hidden Crisis in Women’s Workplace Health has highlighted the urgent need for measures to protect women from getting ill because of work. Published by the British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS), a Scientific Charity and ...
Read More »Smart Soda UK’s high-end healthy hydration solution brings sustainability benefits to No1 Soho Place
“The bridge tower perfectly delivers on the brief to dispense a range of low- and no-sugar drinks, while at the same time eradicating plastic waste and reducing the client’s carbon footprint.” With healthy hydration and sustainability as part of the ...
Read More »Improving end-of-trip facilities to support more sustainable forms of travel
A report produced by Remit Consulting and published by the BCO found that putting active commuting at the heart of ESG policies can increase health and wellbeing and help companies cut carbon emissions. But how much enthusiasm is being shown ...
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