LONDON HEALTHY WORKPLACE CHARTER Citywork 31 October 2016

The bad news Almost 14 million working days a year are lost to sickness absence in London An average London firm of 250 employees can lose up to £250,000 a year, or £4,800 per week, due to sickness absence

The good news Physically active workers take 27% fewer sick days than non-physically active counterparts. Happier workers are 12 per cent more productive than average, with unhappy workers 10 per cent less productive.

London healthy workplace charter

The nuts and bolts Businesses provide evidence against a number of standards across eight areas: Corporate support for wellbeing Attendance management Health & safety Healthy eating Physical activity Mental health & wellbeing Alcohol & substance misuse Smoking Three levels of award: Excellence Achievement Commitment

Where are we now? 114 accredited employers, covering over 225,000 employees. More than 300 others are signed up and working towards accreditation From Deloitte LLP to Momentum WW, from Homerton Hospital to London Southbank University, employers of all sizes and sectors are signing up to the Charter

Contact details Email: charlotte.hall@london.gov.uk londonhealthyworkplace@london.gov.uk Our website: www.london.gov.uk/healthyworkplace