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Mental health matters all the time, not just on Armed Forces Day

Armed Forces Day is the time of year when we publicly show our appreciation for everything our current and former servicemen and women have done, and continue to do for our safety and freedoms.   There are a great number of topics we could discus in this article, but on this occasion we wish to…

Overworking over Christmas: Stress and Employer Responsibility

Sometimes it is expected that extra work is necessary to get through peak times. However, if you are routinely unable to disengage from your job to relax over Christmas or other social occasions, you may be overworked.   We live in an age where there never seems to be enough hours in a day to…

Prioritise Your Well-being This Christmas: Access Support

The festive season, a time filled with expectation and celebration, can often be a period when families face significant emotional or financial challenges. Learn the crucial contacts to keep today.     Recognising support this Christmas Recognising the increased strain of these critical weeks, it is essential to evaluate and know the support systems available…

Arrests Made in Bradford Children’s Care Homes Case

West Yorkshire Police detectives are actively investigating non-recent child sexual abuse allegations in Bradford, which have led to three arrests.   The investigation focuses on abuse reported by victims who were housed in local authority children’s care homes between the 1970s and 1990s.     Key Developments and Arrests Three individuals were arrested on November…

World Diabetes Day: Increasing Action in the Workplace

World Diabetes Day, celebrated on November 14th, is a global event promoting action on diabetes management in the workplace, urging society to “Know more and do more for diabetes.”     Diabetes: A Daily Reality Diabetes is a chronic health condition that directly affects how our bodies convert food into energy, primarily by impairing the…

Workplace Anti-Bullying Week 2025: Using Our Power for Good

Anti-Bullying Week 2025 will take place from 10th to 14th of November, centred around the theme: “Power for Good.” Organised by the Anti-Bullying Alliance (ABA) in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.     “Using Our Power for Good” 2025 Campaign The week kicks off with Odd Socks Day on Monday, the 10th, encouraging adults and…

The importance of International Stress Awareness Week 2025

International Stress Awareness Week (ISAW) from November 1st-7th, 2025, is dedicated to shining a spotlight on stress, its far-reaching effects on mental and physical health, and the crucial importance of proactive stress management.   This week-long campaign aims to educate, provide resources, and foster open conversations to tackle stress-related issues and reduce the stigma surrounding…

What is a “No Win, No Fee” Agreement?

If you’re considering a compensation claim but are worried about the financial risk. A no-win, no-fee agreement, also known as a Conditional Fee Agreement, can offer a solution.     This type of legal arrangement allows you to pursue a claim without paying any solicitors’ fees upfront. The core principle is simple: you only pay…

What is Stress and How Can Your Employer Help You?

Stress is defined by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) as ‘the adverse reaction people have to excessive pressures or other types of demand placed on them’. Stress is not an illness, but it can affect a person’s physical and mental health.   If stress is not correctly managed, it can cause: ‘burnout’ (physical and…

Guide to Military Musculoskeletal Injury Claims

The Women’s Engineering Society (WES) commemorates its 12th anniversary on June 23rd, 2025, for International Women in Engineering Day (INWED).   The platform aims to highlight the under-representation of women engineers globally, with only 16.5% of UK engineers being women in 2021. It promotes gender diversity in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields and…