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UK Launches Initiative to Combat Workplace Ill-Health Crisis

11/7/2025

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The UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) launched Keep Britain Working with more than 60 major employers to address rising ill-health.
A review led by Sir Charlie Mayfield found one in five working-age adults are out of the labor force due to health issues, costing £212 billion a year.
The plan includes employer-led 'Vanguards' to develop workplace health strategies and improve support for disabled individuals.

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Story summary

The UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) launched Keep Britain Working with more than 60 major employers to address rising ill-health.
A review led by Sir Charlie Mayfield found one in five working-age adults are out of the labor force due to health issues, costing £212 billion a year.
The plan includes employer-led 'Vanguards' to develop workplace health strategies and improve support for disabled individuals.