#ICYMI In Case You Missed It | Review of Q3&4 2025
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Content
How insurers are amending GIP plans following NICs increase
This independently written article examines the impact of employer National Insurance Contribution (NIC) increases on Group Income Protection (GIP). It asks major insurers operating in the GIP market how they’re adjusting their plans and whether any costs are being passed on to employers. Generali UK’s approach is outlined, alongside others.
Click here to read the full article in partnership with #HealthAndProtection
What does a good return to work plan look like?
Why is a 2-4 week graded return to work becoming the norm? In our experience it can result in some employees feeling unsupported and returns becoming unsustainable. Kay Needle, our Early Intervention & Rehabilitation Expert, explores this issue, with help from Alex Freeman, Vocational Rehabilitation Consultant and Owner of Absence Management Solutions, one of our early intervention partners.
Click here to read the full article in partnership with #EmployeeBenefits
Mental health: How to improve prevention on a global basis
Tracey Ward, our Head of Business Development & Marketing, analyses the latest mental health trends across various countries and demographics. The article includes commentary and original data from Louise O’Neill, Senior Customer Success Manager at TELUS Health – our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) partner – and Grazia Chiaradia, Global Health & Wellbeing Programs Manager at GEB Network.
Click here to read the full article in partnership with #HRGrapevine
Men’s health: How to make it better
It’s generally a given that more women than men seek help from the local GP. However, that divide seems to be narrowing thanks to Virtual GP services. Steve Smythe, our Senior Business Development Manager, speaks with Dr David Griffiths, Chief Medical Officer at Teladoc Health, our Virtual GP and Second Medical Opinion service partner. He asks, what can employers do to help encourage men to better look after their health.
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Neurodiversity & chronic conditions: Better employer support
Why is there a higher incidence of chronic – or long term – conditions amongst the neurodivergent population? And what can employers do to better support their neurodivergent populations to thrive at work? Kay Needle, our Early Intervention & Rehabilitation Expert, discusses these questions with Dr Anuska Randolph-Stephens, Health Psychologist and Vocational Rehabilitation Coach at Working To Wellbeing, one of our early intervention partners.
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How to prevent line manager burnout
Line manager burnout is a big issue for people and business. Yet they’re less likely to access mental health support than the rest of the workforce. And they’re often considered part of the problem – and the solution – when direct reports are experiencing stress and burnout. So, how can we encourage managers to effectively put on their oxygen masks first? Kay Needle, our Early Intervention & Rehabilitation Expert, speaks with Claire Morris, Clinical & Vocational Case Manager at Form Health UK, one of our early intervention partners.
Click here to read the full article in partnership with #HRGrapevine