Employees endorse DoH on health and wellbeing - Westfield research

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Most workers in the UK believe staff health and wellbeing should be shared between both employer and employee, according to new research.

The results of the research follow the recent announcement by the Department of Health that the Government wants to support employers in promoting workplace wellbeing in order to increase productivity and prevent mental health issues building up.

An ‘Employee View - Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace' survey, conducted by Westfield Health, found 79% of respondents felt there should be an even balance between them and their employer when it came to taking care of their wellbeing.

Nearly three-quarters (74%) also said employer engagement would make them more likely to be loyal and motivated at work, while 30% felt there could be better communication about availability of wellbeing programmes.

Paul Shires, executive director at Westfield Health, said: "Three quarters of employees recognise unhealthy lifestyles reduce productivity and performance at work. But workers are equally keen to see their employer accept some responsibility in what could be described as a health ‘job share'."

"It's clear that employers that adhere to the three Cs - consult, communicate and care - are going to have a healthier and happier workforce as a result."

For the full survey visit Westfield's survey web site

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