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‘Blue Monday,’ hailed as the most depressing day, draws attention to workplace mental health.Mental health charity Mind dismisses ‘Blue Monday,’ but experts see potential benefits for awareness.Adrian Lewis highlights increased absenteeism during this period as a cue for employers to take action.Understanding absenteeism can contribute to productivity and cost savings.Mental health-related absence is significant, with many taking extended leaves.Monday 20th January 2020, often referred to as ‘Blue Monday’, is described as the most depressing day of the year. This date, marked by dreary weather, financial debt, and post-holiday blues, serves as a stark reminder of mental health challenges faced by…
Recent Office of National Statistics (ONS) figures reveal a significant decline in sickness absence over the last two decades.Despite this decline, emerging trends such as mental health issues are causing concern among experts.Adrian Lewis of Activ Absence highlights a rise in presenteeism and its implications for workforce health.Younger workers increasingly report mental health issues impacting their absence statistics.Older employees attribute a significant portion of their absence to musculoskeletal issues, spotlighting age-specific health challenges.Newly released figures by the ONS show that sickness days have dramatically reduced over the past twenty years, reaching a record low. This decline from 7.2 days in…
Conducting an interview is crucial in finding the right candidate.Understanding non-verbal cues can indicate confidence and engagement.Diverse team dynamics can benefit from unique candidate qualities.Avoid rehearsed responses by asking unconventional questions.Assess candidates’ interest in a career, not just a job.Conducting an interview is a critical step in the recruitment process, offering an invaluable opportunity to genuinely assess a candidate’s skills and personality. The interaction allows employers to discern if a potential candidate aligns with company values and team dynamics, beyond the surface of prepared answers.Observing non-verbal behaviours, such as posture and attentiveness, provides insight into a candidate’s confidence and engagement…
National Stress Awareness Day highlights the growing concern of workplace stress in the UK.A survey by CV-Library reveals over 60% of UK workers feel overworked.A significant number of employees resort to unhealthy coping mechanisms to manage stress.Fear of stigma prevents many workers from discussing stress with their employers.The need for proactive stress management in workplaces becomes increasingly urgent.National Stress Awareness Day serves as a crucial reminder of the intensifying issue of workplace stress, as highlighted by a recent survey conducted by CV-Library. This survey, which engaged over 1,100 UK workers, found that an overwhelming 60.9% feel overworked. This statistic underscores…
Dianah Worman of the CIPD and key business leaders gathered at 10 Downing Street to discuss enhancing workplace diversity and opportunities.The event, led by the Prime Minister, examined recruitment and retention strategies to boost diversity at senior levels.Name-blind recruitment emerged as a focal discussion point to eliminate biases in hiring processes.Various organisations employing over 1.8 million people pledged to adopt anonymous CV practices.CIPD aims to actively promote these initiatives to build diverse workforces in the future.Today, an exclusive event was held at 10 Downing Street where Dianah Worman, a seasoned diversity adviser for the CIPD, joined the Prime Minister and…
The recent APSCo Awards for Excellence showcased outstanding achievements in recruitment.APSCo, a key body for staffing professionals, highlighted high standards in the industry.Sphere Digital Recruitment won the coveted Recruitment Company of the Year under £5m turnover award.This accolade recognised Sphere’s growth and strategic vision in a competitive field.The awards highlighted ongoing challenges in talent acquisition and retention.The APSCo Awards for Excellence celebrate significant accomplishments within the recruitment industry, reflecting the high professional standards expected in this sector. APSCo, known for its rigorous assessment processes, offers these awards as a mark of distinction among staffing companies.Marilyn Davidson, Director of APSCo, emphasised…
Wales’ oldest cinema orchestrated a remarkable event that combined philanthropy with entertainment.The Market Hall in Brynmawr raised over £1000 for the Welsh charity Tŷ Hafan.A world record was attempted with a marathon screening of the film ‘Groundhog Day’.Cameron Eynon was one of the few who lasted the entire event, earning a certificate.The event highlighted the deep community support for Tŷ Hafan and its vital work.Wales’ historic Market Hall cinema in Brynmawr accomplished a noteworthy feat by raising significant funds for the renowned Welsh charity, Tŷ Hafan, while simultaneously setting its sights on a world record. The cinema hosted an extraordinary…
In a significant move to bolster staff morale following recent layoffs, Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey has pledged a substantial portion of his own shares to remaining employees.Dorsey announced the layoff of 8% of the workforce, affecting 336 employees, mainly from the engineering division.Faced with a cumulative loss of nearly $2 billion, these layoffs were deemed necessary to stabilise the company’s finances.Dorsey is offering one-third of his Twitter shares, valued at approximately £130 million, to the employee equity pool.The response to this decision has been mixed, with reactions ranging from scepticism to appreciation expressed on social media.Following the dismissal of 8%…
New figures reveal a rise in sickness absence across British workplaces.Public sector sickness absence averages 6.9 days per worker, up from 6.6.Absence levels in the public sector are reportedly 50% higher than in the private sector.Stress is among the top causes of absence in public sector employees.Solutions for better absence management are being actively discussed.Recent statistics from the CIPD 2015 Absence Management Report indicate a concerning trend regarding sickness absence within the public sector. The report highlights that, although the average sickness absence among British workers increased slightly to 6.9 days per worker, the figures remain below those from 2013.…