GRiD warns of the risks that employers face in doing so, including spending, legal challenges for discrimination, and ensuring employees have the right level of...

43% cite job security as a reason for staying with their current employer.

The wellbeing and intervention service provider aims to help raise awareness and shape policy on an area of care that it believes is often overlooked.

Over a quarter of those without cover said access to a free consultation could persuade them to speak with an adviser, Shepherds Friendly has found.

79% are working to make sure financial wellbeing initiatives are part of a broader strategy, REBA reports. 

75% of employees believe mental health counselling would help reduce workplace absences.

The findings come ahead of World Mental Health Day 2026.

Four in ten employers say that health and wellbeing support for staff boosts productivity.

91% of employers believe their employees find workplace healthcare benefits easy to access, but just 69% of employees agree. 

Just 31% of employees feel 'very comfortable' discussing health issues with employers, Health Shield Friendly Society has found.