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Mental Wellbeing

Men’s Mental Health… Community and Permission

Building on our blog from November 2023, we've added further insights from Lloyd Pickthall, Director at The Man Cave UK. Complementing SAS He Who Dare’s Wins’ - Colin Maclachlan's stance on Men's Mental Health, we explore the concept of community, vulnerability, and permission. Both men open up about the importance of creating a safe space for men to talk, shedding light on the barriers that prevent them from doing so. During this blog, we'll explore some troubling statistics highlighting the importance of men giving themselves permission to speak. Please be aware that this blog mentions suicide.

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Stress blog

Mental Wellbeing

Workplace stress is a productivity killer, increases absenteeism and can lead to occupational burnout, which can take months to recover from. Stress can also cause or worsen physical illness, making managing workplace stress essential. Employers have a legal responsibility to mitigate excess workplace stress, and during this blog, we’ll provide proactive and practical ways to reduce the risks.

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Financial Wellbeing

The Autumn Budget and recent changes to the Employee Rights Bill 2024 reflect the changing landscape, putting more power in the hands of the employee. Many UK employers are concerned by the announcement of the minimum wage and NIC increases. It’s more critical than ever to explore ways to make employer savings. During this blog, we’ll explain why salary sacrifice schemes should be at the heart of your post-budget savings strategy.

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Employee Engagement

What is workplace culture, and why does it matter? Culture... this often-non-tangible concept is a hot topic when it comes to matters of employee experience, and for good reason. Your company culture can negatively or positively impact many areas of your business, including those that affect your bottom line. During this blog, we’ll explore why workplace culture matters and provide a practical guide to changing it for the better so you can reap the benefits that follow.

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Employee Engagement

Exploring the KPIs that matter to HR professionals, this blog will cover everything related to employee turnover: what it is, how to calculate it, and why it matters. We’ll take you through the calculations and costs, shedding light on a high employee turnover rate's negative impact on your business. Read on to unpack all things employee turnover.

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Financial Wellbeing

Have you heard about SmartPay? It’s our tech and lifestyle salary deduction scheme that helps your employees avoid high-interest loans or credit cards. SmartPay allows employees to spread the up-front cost of technology, appliances, wellbeing, and lifestyle purchases through affordable and manageable salary deduction scheme repayments. As a cost-neutral employee benefit, it’s a budget-boosting way to enhance your EVP and support financial wellbeing, strengthening your talent attraction strategy. Read on to discover what SmartPay can do for your business and how it can make Christmas more affordable for your employees.

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Mental Wellbeing

We’re on a mission to explore the best employee benefits, so discussing our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is a must. An EAP benefits your employees and business in many ways, from providing self-care and prevention tools to confidential BACP-accredited counsellors and in-the-moment crisis support. Read on to explore EAP employee benefits and what they can do for your people and business.

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Employee Wellbeing

Empower women to stay in the jobs they love with a dedicated menopause support service! 8/10 menopausal women are in work, and we are responsible for providing the support they need. 10% of women leave work because of the menopause - before they’re financially, emotionally, or mentally ready. You can prevent the loss of talented women in your business by improving menopause awareness and providing support. Read on to discover how.

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Financial Wellbeing

Employee rewards & financial support in one digital and cost-effective solution! What if there was a product on the market that stretches salaries further and provides household support for your employees? What if it also allows you to issue cash rewards and bonuses? Well… there is! Read on to unleash the power of the Pluxee Cashback Card.

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Financial Wellbeing

Employee Engagement

From the best physical, mental, and financial wellbeing employee benefits to how to make them cost-neutral. We cover the ins and outs of employee benefits, why they matter to your people now more than ever, and what the workforce of tomorrow expects.

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Mental Wellbeing

...and what responsibility do employers have? World Mental Health Day is fast approaching, so we’re taking this opportunity to provide clarity on mental and emotional wellbeing. It’s an important distinction to make, as it ensures employers and HR professionals understand the responsibilities they have to their people. The steps your business takes today to support employee mental health will lead to a brighter tomorrow for your employees and your business. Read on to discover more.

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Financial Wellbeing

Christmas is fast approaching, and we’ll soon be inundated with Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. These deals make a difference for those hunting for presents but are limited to certain times. At Pluxee UK, we believe in giving employees a chance to save money every day of the year. Our employee discounts platform helps employees save on the weekly shop to a family holiday, and everything in between. Discover how your company benefits when you enhance your employee value proposition with employee discount schemes.

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Financial Wellbeing

Employers exploring how to help employees with cost-of-living increases... look no further! Statistics suggest the cost-of-living crisis is past its peak of summer 2022, but with 52% of Brits reporting their living costs are still high (Finder), it’s not a topic that’s going away. Employers continue to act, searching for how to help employees through the cost-of-living crisis, ensuring life remains as affordable and joyful as possible. Read on to discover how to help employees with the cost-of-living crisis and why it’s beneficial to do so.

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Reward & Recognition

Something they want, something they need, give them a treat and watch your business succeed. Our Christmas vouchers boost your employee rewards strategy. Digital, sustainable and cost-effective, our eVoucher Codes and eVoucher Cheques are a Christmas gift your people will truly appreciate. Read on to discover why Pluxee UK is the partner you can trust to deliver Christmas rewards in style.

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Financial Wellbeing

We're thrilled to announce our partnership with Mobile Advantage, a pioneer in sustainable tech solutions, to offer you and your employees our Refurbished Tech scheme. Looking after your pocket and the planet! Our Refurbished Tech scheme is an employee benefit that makes it more affordable for your employees to buy the tech they need for themselves and their families. They can trade tech hiding in a drawer at home against quality refurbished tech, sell old tech for cash, and more, reducing their carbon footprint… and yours! Discover what our Refurbished Tech scheme can do for your people and business.

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Financial Wellbeing

Financial wellbeing has embedded itself into the HR and employee wellbeing narrative as a unique pillar and area of concern for employers and employees alike. Employee financial wellbeing may be a standalone wellbeing ‘pillar’, but it’s connected to other areas of wellbeing like mental, physical and social. What is financial wellbeing, and what part does it play in your people strategy? Read on to discover more.