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HR teams have a big role to play in the Government's plans to address rising sickness absence. Sir Charlie Mayfield shares practical tips on building healthier, more productive workplaces.
Top takeaway points for HR teams include:
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Peter Cheese, chief executive of the CIPD, has announced that he will be retiring from the role in June 2026. Applications are now open.
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The CIPD has welcomed the findings of the Keep Britain Working review, which highlights an urgent need to address rising sickness absence, and commits to equipping the people profession to drive improvements in wellbeing, performance and productivity.
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