Employers Must Protect Staff Wellbeing
UNISON general secretary Christina McAnea comments on the publication of Sir Charlie Mayfield's Keep Britain Working review, emphasizing the importance of protecting staff wellbeing.
"It's in all our interests that workers keep well and are supported back to their jobs should they fall ill or get injured. Prevention is key to stopping staff being signed off in the first place. That means managers providing the right help early on."
McAnea highlights key priorities for employers, including keeping people with disabilities in jobs and introducing robust standards for workplace adjustments.
- Providing suitable and timely adjustments for employees with disabilities
- Raising statutory sick pay to prevent staff from working while ill
Author's summary: Employers must prioritize staff wellbeing and provide support to prevent illness and injury.