Men’s mental health: The overlooked wellbeing priority
Every year, one in four adults across the UK is affected by a mental health issue. But mental health isn’t solely about conditions such as anxiety or depression, it’s also about...
Tackling today’s top physical health challenges with a future-focused wellbeing strategy
Workplace health has evolved beyond being a task for HR alone — it’s now a key business concern that leaders can’t afford to ignore. Supporting employee wellbeing goes far beyond...
Employee Benefits Platform: Essential Features for UK Businesses in 2025
Choosing the right employee benefits platform has become more critical than ever. Recent research shows that 80% of professionals in the UK and Ireland are not maximising their...
How to Boost Employee Engagement: 7 Proven Workplace Wellbeing Strategies That Reduce Sick Leave by 50%
UK companies face an imminent health challenge: chronic illness absence is expected to increase by more than 50% within the next five years, potentially leaving 4.3 million...
Eight ways employers are tackling NIC increases while retaining talent
The increase in employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs) is approaching—how will your business adjust? With the rate set to rise to 15% in April 2025 along with a lower...
The next chapter: Avantus CEO Phil Curtis on the company's strategic move to join Ciphr
The recent joining of forces between Avantus and Ciphr marks an exciting new chapter for Avantus and the FlexGenius benefits platform. As part of the Ciphr family, Avantus will...
When grief meets work: transforming your benefits portal into a support system
At any given time, one in ten employees is navigating bereavement. The effects extend well beyond the immediate loss, impacting sleep, concentration, workplace relationships, and...
Does your employer-funded healthcare truly support your workforce’s mental health?
With one in four adults facing mental health challenges each year, the stakes for employer funded mental healthcare are higher than ever. Poor mental health costs UK businesses a...
Evaluating Health Cash Plans: What HR Leaders Need To Know
Health Cash Plans are experiencing explosive growth as forward-thinking businesses discover affordable solutions to enhance staff wellness during a period of soaring medical...
Top 6 Employee Benefits Trends for 2025
In today's competitive talent market, a pay cheque alone is no longer sufficient to attract and retain top-tier employees. Workers now expect benefits that extend beyond the...
Avantus joins the Ciphr Group
Avantus has been acquired by the Ciphr Group, in a deal that brings together Ciphr’s highly-regarded HR solutions with Avantus’ class-leading employee benefits technology. The...
7 strategies to help build financial resilience in your ageing workforce
As employees approach retirement, many face the challenge of managing financial responsibilities alongside other priorities. While it's often assumed that older staff members have...