Mayfield urges “fundamental shift” in approach to workplace health

Mayfield Calls for Fundamental Shift in Workplace Health

The Government will launch a three-year pilot project in collaboration with employers and health providers to establish a new "healthy work standard" aimed at lowering employee absenteeism. This initiative follows the recommendations from the Keep Britain Working review.

The independent review, published today and led by Sir Charlie Mayfield, advocates a significant change in how workplace health and wellbeing are managed. It urges moving away from the current model where responsibility rests mainly with individuals and the NHS, toward a shared responsibility involving employers, employees, and health services.

Shared Responsibility for Workplace Health

Central to the new approach is the engagement of employers of all sizes working closely with health service providers. This network will include general practitioners, primary healthcare services, occupational health professionals, employee assistance programs (EAPs), insurers, and other relevant parties.

“A fundamental shift in approach to workplace health and wellbeing is needed, from a model where health at work is largely left to the individual and the NHS, to a shared responsibility between employers, employees and health services.” — Sir Charlie Mayfield

Goals of the Vanguard Project

This project reflects a commitment to transform workplace health into a collective effort, ensuring better wellbeing and productivity for employees across the UK.

Summary: The Government’s new three-year project aims to reshape workplace health into a shared responsibility, involving employers, employees, and health providers to reduce absenteeism and promote wellbeing.

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