Employers estimate that for every £1 spent on health benefits, they receive £1.90 in value, according to a report from Simplyhealth. The research, conducted by Opinium from a survey of 5,000 employees...
Matt Lawrence has rejoined Aon as its new digital broking leader for human capital, following a two-year stint at rival WTW. In his new role, Lawrence will lead innovation strategy across Aon’s...
More than a third of employees do not know what is covered on their workplace healthcare benefits, or how to access these services, according to research from Health Shield Friendly Society. As...
Broadstone has appointed Bethany Devin to be its principal consultant for health & risk within its wider employee benefits consulting division. Devin joins from Everywhen, and has over 20 years of experience...
Mental healthcare provider Onebright has acquired the digital platform Mindstep for an undisclosed sum. Onebright says this creates the UK’s first digitally-led end-to-end workplace mental healthcare and neurodevelopmental service. Onebright specialises in...
Corporate cash plans and group life policies were the fastest-growing workplace protection products in 2025 as employers continued to prioritise lower-cost health and protection benefits against a backdrop of rising healthcare costs,...
Labour adviser Sir Charlie Mayfield has recommended introducing health checks for employees when they start a new job as part of efforts to reduce sickness absence and improve workforce participation. In an...
One in 10 women who experienced pregnancy loss while in employment left their job because they felt inadequately supported by their employer, according to research from pregnancy and baby charity Tommy's. The...
When budgets are tight, leadership changes, or political discourse shifts, inclusive benefits often get cut because they are seen as symbolic, not strategic. HR leaders struggle to prove ROI – return on...
Unum has partnered with Reframe Cancer to launch a new service to support employees undergoing tests or waiting for a confirmed cancer diagnosis. The employee benefits provider said there is often a...
