BITC report - employers not doing enough to support and promote mental health

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With World Mental Health Day (10 October) around the corner, here is yet more research highlighting the need for employers to get on board and address the issue of mental health and wellbeing. BITC suggest a three step approach - talk, train and take action. It can seem daunting to start the journey but as with most journeys the first step is the important one and every organisation will be starting from a different point. If you need help with that first step then let us know - we love talking about this stuff!

Despite mental health issues being commonplace, workplaces are not providing enough supportEmployers across the UK are failing to provide adequate support to employees when it comes to mental health, according to a report from Business in the Community (BITC).

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