It’s easy to be cynical of Govt. task forces sometimes being a way to kick headline grabbing budget announcements slightly in to touch - particularly in election years . But in Dame Carol Black we have a real champion of proactive well-being and OH leading this and already are seeing some progress with Govt. WorkWell pilot plans. Sadly it would appear the touted OH tax incentives and alignment between well-being vs medical tax treatment may be missed. This feels an own goal. However, it’s encouraging that the agenda is broadening from not just getting people back into work, but towards a more proactive approach to prevent illness in the first place. Felling encouraged and looking forward to the changes and momentum this may bring from Govt. top down, or inspiring innovation within from businesses and providers. https://lnkd.in/eKkgppsz
WorkWell pilot plans is promising. Shifting focus from reactive measures to proactive prevention is crucial for fostering a healthier workforce and society!
International Partnerships Director @ Headspace | Mental Health Solutions (ex AXA & CVS Aetna)
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