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Published: 14th September 2026
Employees less comfortable discussing health than employers believe
Employers are overestimating how comfortable their employees feel discussing their health and wellbeing at work, according to new research from Health Shield Friendly Society. Health Shield’s latest Britain at Work report, which shines a spotlight on employers, revealed that 84% believe their…
Published: 10th August 2026
One in five employees who want flexible working don't get it
A fifth of employees who would like to work flexibly are not offered the chance to do so, despite the benefits it would deliver, according to research from Health Shield Friendly Society. A total of 81% of those who are offered flexible work arrangements say it has a positive impact on their health…
Published: 8th July 2026
Employees missing out on workplace health support due to benefits confusion
More than a third (35%) of employees say uncertainty over what is covered by their workplace health benefits is a barrier to using them, according to new research from Health Shield Friendly Society’s Britain at Work study. The findings suggest many employees are missing out because they are…
Published: 1st June 2026
Three in four workers cutting back on healthcare due to cost of living
A study has revealed the cost of living is damaging workforce health with 75% of employees saying they have reduced spending on routine healthcare including appointments with the optician, dentist or physiotherapist. This was according to a new study of 2,000 employees by Health Shield Friendly…
Published: 11th May 2026
NHS delays impacting work for over half of employees
NHS waiting times or limited access to treatment have affected the ability of 53 per cent of employees to do their jobs in the last year. This was according to a new study of 2,000 employees by Health Shield Friendly Society in its Britain at Work report. A total of 43% said they self-treated due to…
Published: 31st March 2026
Health Shield partners with Wishing Well to tackle health inequalities
Health Shield Friendly Society has chosen The Wishing Well as its charity of the year and will support the group as it seeks to improve health and wellbeing across Cheshire. The Wishing Well, which is based in Crewe, is dedicated to tackling health inequalities across all ages. Employees are looking…
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