Employers Skeptical About Keep Britain Working Review's Support for Disabled Workers
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A recent poll reveals that 50% of employers doubt the effectiveness of the Keep Britain Working Review in supporting staff with health conditions or disabilities. The review aims to create a new Workplace Health System to enhance workplace inclusivity and health provisions.
Poll Results on Keep Britain Working Review
In a survey conducted by Employee Benefits, half of the participating employers expressed skepticism regarding the Keep Britain Working Review's ability to provide meaningful support for employees with health conditions or disabilities. Only 21.4% of respondents felt positively about the review's potential impact, while 28.6% remained uncertain.
The Proposed Workplace Health System
The Keep Britain Working Review, led by Sir Charlie Mayfield, aims to establish the first Workplace Health System in the UK. This initiative is designed to foster inclusive workplaces and improve health support, thus addressing the needs of individuals with health conditions or disabilities. The objective is to minimize the escalation of health issues and facilitate a smoother return to work after absences.
Collaborative Efforts
The development of the Workplace Health System involves collaboration with 11 regional Vanguards and over 200 organizations, including employers, unions, and disabled individuals. This collective effort aims to test and refine the proposed system, ensuring it meets diverse needs across the workforce.
Mayfield emphasized the lack of a cohesive Workplace Health System, stating, "We’ve never had a Workplace Health System. That is why the same people appear on the welfare bill, on NHS waiting lists and in the productivity figures without anyone being able to join them up." He expressed optimism that the insights gained from extensive collaboration would lead to significant improvements in workplace health and productivity.