Despite efforts, a significant number of employers still struggle to document the impact of sickness absence effectively.Eighty-two percent of employers now record sickness absence, a slight…
Navigating sickness absence in the workplace is a complex task requiring a balanced approach, especially when disabilities are involved. Professionalism and care are essential to avoid…
The recent research conducted by Winckworth Sherwood reveals significant insights into evolving attitudes towards sickness absence in the workplace.A notable 86% of employers and 69% of…
April is designated as Stress Awareness Month, highlighting the critical issue of work-related stress affecting millions.In 2022/23, 17.1 million working days were lost due to stress,…
The recent Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures show a significant reduction in workforce absenteeism.Absenteeism rates have nearly halved in two decades, recording a low of…
The 2015 CIPD Absence Management Report reveals a nominal increase in sickness absence among British workers, averaging 6.9 days per worker annually.Despite the increase, the national…
Recent data reveals the NHS’s sickness absence rate is at its lowest in five years, according to the Health and Social Care Information Centre (HSCIC).Sick days…
Swansea Council has reported a significant increase in sickness absence rates among its staff, highlighting stress as a primary cause. The latest data reveals a 13%…
Wolverhampton City Council has reported significant staff absenteeism, with the equivalent of 120 years lost to sickness in one year.The council dismissed 42 employees for excessive…
A recent study reveals SMEs are anxious about the economic effects of staff absences.Research by Mind and the Federation of Small Businesses finds positive staff relations…
