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Health at Work

What the Britain’s Healthiest Workplace data tell us about the nation’s wellbeing, as tough economic times beckon. Also: counting the cost of rising long-term sickness on the economy; how organisations can tackle rising levels of exhaustion and retain staff. Supported by Vitality

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Effective initiatives become critical for ailing British workers
FT/Vitality survey finds evidence of a workforce in poor shape
Long Covid highlights plight of illnesses that wax and wane
Employers are used to accommodating fixed disabilities, such as wheelchair users, but the challenge of variable illnesses has only recently come into focus
Rise in long-term sickness poses threat to UK economic growth
Lack of support to get people back to work is putting the brakes on growth
Office scenes of domesticity mask a few home truths
Softer aesthetics offer a sense of wellbeing but are still a form of control by employers
Why a rich mix of measures is needed to nurture wellbeing
Culture and engagement are key to healthier staff
Construction industry can pave way to better support on mental health
We need to invest in the tools that enable people to stay well in work and prevent our workers from reaching crisis point

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