Summary
A new report warns that the UK faces an economic crisis due to a high number of people out of work because of health issues. The report highlights a cost of £85 billion a year to employers and emphasizes the need for action to encourage people to return to work. The UK government is partnering with major companies to develop workplace health strategies.
Key Facts
- A report says many people in the UK are not working due to sickness or disability, costing employers £85 billion annually.
- About 800,000 more people are not working now compared to 2019 because of health conditions.
- If nothing is done, another 600,000 people might stop working by 2030 due to health issues.
- The UK spends £212 billion per year on inactivity costs, impacting the economy.
- The government is working with over 60 companies to create better health strategies at workplaces.
- These companies include well-known brands like Tesco, Google UK, Nando's, and John Lewis.
- The government aims to develop these health strategies into a certified standard by 2029.
- The report suggests that keeping people in work can positively impact their health.
