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Widespread Workplace Homophobia Still Blocking LGBTQ+ Careers

2 weeks ago | workplacewellbeing.pro | William J. Furney

Entrenched homophobia is still shaping the careers of LGBTQ+ professionals in the UK, according to a major new report that reveals how discrimination begins in education and persists throughout working life. A survey of more than 1,000 LGBTQ+ professionals found that 85% have encountered obstacles at work directly linked to their identity. These include being passed over for promotion, underrepresentation in leadership and even verbal or physical abuse.
Employers, Govt Urged to Back Women’s Health at Work to Boost Growth

2 weeks ago | workplacewellbeing.pro | William J. Furney

The UK Government and employers are being urged to act on workplace support for women’s health and reproductive challenges, following a joint call from 28 organisations including the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and the Society of Occupational Medicine (SOM). In an open letter to Employment Minister Alison McGovern, signatories have called for a formal review of the support available to women at work.
Cost of Living Drives Surge in Workplace Financial Education and Support

2 weeks ago | workplacewellbeing.pro | William J. Furney

With the cost of living continuing to bite, UK employers are taking meaningful steps to support staff who are struggling with money worries — an issue that is increasingly affecting workplace wellbeing and productivity.
Number of Retail Staff Working While Unwell Soars

2 weeks ago | workplacewellbeing.pro | William J. Furney

The UK’s retail sector is facing a significant wellbeing emergency, figures suggest, with nearly half of retail employees working while unwell and an increasing number contemplating leaving their jobs. Data from a new Retail People Index by the charity Retail Trust shows that 46% of retail staff worked despite having physical or mental health conditions at the end of 2024, marking a 5% increase from the previous year.
How Employers Can Strengthen Workplace Mental Health Support (Part Two)

2 weeks ago | workplacewellbeing.pro | William J. Furney

In the first part of our exclusive interview with Sarah McIntosh, chief executive of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England, we explored the growing mental health challenges facing UK employees and how organisations can develop psychologically safe workplaces. As workforce mental health continues to be a pressing issue, employers are being urged to go beyond awareness and implement tangible strategies that support employees’ wellbeing and productivity.
Healthcare and Education Top UK's Burnout Risk List, New Analysis Finds

2 weeks ago | workplacewellbeing.pro | William J. Furney

Professionals in the healthcare and education sectors are experiencing the highest levels of workplace stress in the UK, leading to an increased risk of burnout, an analysis of official data reveals. The human health and social work sector scored 91.88 out of 100 in a workplace stress index, while the education sector followed with a score of 80.35.
Burnout in the Boardroom: Why UK CEOs Are Reaching Breaking Point

2 weeks ago | workplacewellbeing.pro | William J. Furney

A growing mental health crisis is emerging among the UK’s top business leaders, as new research reveals that 77% of CEOs are feeling overworked and burned out. The findings come from a report titled View from the C-Suite: Embracing the Transformation of Leadership 2025, the latest annual report from executive advisory service LHH. Released in March, it paints a stark picture of leadership fatigue driven by global economic turbulence, shifting workforce dynamics and internal organisational strain.
Gen Z's ‘Professionally Mean’ Trend: Assertiveness Rebranded or Workplace Risk?

2 weeks ago | workplacewellbeing.pro | William J. Furney

A new career trend is gaining traction among Generation Z, and it’s got a name that’s as bold as its message — “being professionally mean”. But before employers and HR professionals panic, it’s worth looking closer at what this viral advice actually means and what impact it might have on workplace wellbeing. The phrase, which is circulating widely on TikTok under the popular hashtag #CareerTok, isn’t about hostility or rudeness.
Roofer Sentenced Over Asbestos Breach

3 weeks ago | workplacewellbeing.pro | William J. Furney

A self-employed roofing contractor has been sentenced to 200 hours of unpaid work after failing to control the spread of asbestos, leading to contamination in a residential area. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prosecuted Stephen Wilks, trading as S Wilks Roofing, after an investigation found that workers under his supervision were exposed to asbestos-containing materials without proper safety measures in place.
The Musk Effect: How to Stop One Personality from Defining Your Company Culture

3 weeks ago | workplacewellbeing.pro | William J. Furney

In the corporate world, charismatic leaders often become the face of their organisations, embodying their values and vision. But when a leader’s personality overshadows company culture, it can lead to unforeseen challenges, experts say. The recent and erractic trajectory of Tesla and SpaceX Elon Musk serves as a potent example. Musk’s audacious vision and risk-taking have propelled companies like Tesla and SpaceX to the forefront of innovation.