Mates in Mind believes business leaders are in a good position to address mental health in the workplace, but encourages them to consider that delivering meaningful change to their workforces should be effectively aligned to their business priorities. Mates in Mind were encouraged by the level of engagement driven by …
Read More »BMF All Industry Conference looks to change conversation on mental health
The Builders Merchants Federation will be addressing the important issue of mental health at next year’s BMF All Industry Conference. Speaking on the main platform on Day One, award-winning mental health campaigners Neil Laybourn and Jonny Benjamin MBE will share their story and offer practical advice on how to work …
Read More »BBC New Feature looks at mental health awareness with Mates in Mind
In its continuing bid to reduce the stigma associated with mental health and to highlight the need to create healthier and well workplaces, UK charity Mates in Mind and BBC News featured Mates in Mind as a part of a short series raising awareness of mental health in the construction …
Read More »MENTAL HEALTH AT THE FORE FOR CONSTRUCTION WORKERS
One of the UK’s largest independent construction firms, has pledged its support to local Inverness-based charity, Mikeysline, which helps people experiencing mental health issues. Robertson is selling reusable water bottles to its employees, subcontractors and wider supply chain, with 100% of the money raised being donated to the Mikeysline charity. …
Read More »Building a positive mental health culture
Following Mental Health Awareness week, the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity have some up with five simple steps to ensure employers in the industry are aware of and doing their best for their staff’s mental health at work. Every working day, two construction workers take their own life. And nearly 400,000 …
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