The UK's productivity problem requires more than blanket benefits

The role of health

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Paula Allen, global leader, research and insights, TELUS Health, discusses how the private health market can contribute to improving UK productivity.

British businesses are tackling a productivity crisis, with an estimated 148.9 million working days lost to sickness or injury in 2024. The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) recently recommended lunchtime walks and relaxation techniques such as yoga and mindfulness to tackle the issues, but to truly improve Britain's productivity levels, we need to look at the root cause(s). Addressing the health and wellbeing of employees requires more than a checklist of tips. It must provide solutions to cater to the unique needs of a workforce that spans various generations, ...

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