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37% of UK businesses have seen an increase in stress-related absence over the last year, with heavy workloads and poor management style to blame, according to a new report from the CIPD & Simplyhealth. The research, which surveyed 1,078 people professionals, shows that stress is a growing problem in UK workplaces. Respondents say having heavy workloads (62%), which can be attributed to poor management, is the top cause of stress-related absence. The second biggest contributing factor is management style which has risen from 32% to 43% in the last year. The worrying increase in management style as a key cause of workplace stress highlights the need for businesses to invest properly in management training, as well as wider well-being initiatives. The CIPD is calling for senior leaders to prioritise wellness at work. It is encouraging greater investment in health & well-being by training managers so they are confident and competent to support staff. |
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