The Keep Britain Working report marks a “pivotal” moment in workplace health, according to industry experts.
There was widespread support for recommendations made by Sir Charlie Mayfield, who led the review, and the government’s commitment to “urgent, co-ordinated action” on this issue.
[The] message is crystal clear: keeping people healthy and in work is the right thing to do and is essential for economic growth.
Work and Pensions secretary, Pat McFadden, stated that retaining talent and reducing workplace ill-health benefits everyone, which is why the government is launching employer-led Vanguards as part of the ‘Plan for Change’.
This initiative aims to drive economic growth and opportunity across the country.
Author’s summary: Industry experts support the collaborative approach to workplace health.