Outlook for Tees staff is not looking too healthy
ARE North East bosses taking steps to protect the well-being of their staff or do they believe corporate health schemes are a waste of money?
According to a poll of more than 3,000 people by online recruitment service www.reed.co.uk, three quarters of UK companies fail to offer employees any health benefits despite demand from 88% of staff.
But are Tees workers receiving health incentives such as private healthcare and cycle-to-work schemes to increase their productivity and motivation in the office?
The survey said 81% of workers believe better corporate health benefits would boost their workplace output, with 63% wanting their companies to offer subsidised gym membership.
But stingy bosses are not even investing in team bonding sessions, with 66% of workers saying they have never taken part in any sporting activity with their workmates.
Despite staff demands for health benefits, the survey also reveals that self motivation is not the average jobseeker’s strongest point.
While they put the onus of responsibility for their health firmly on the shoulders of their bosses, relatively few are willing to take proactive action themselves.
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