June 11, 2019
Do you need to be an expert to have a conversation with someone struggling with their mental health? Some say that you do. Some advocate not using peer to peer support systems because ‘a little knowledge is a dangerous thing’. Read More
May 19, 2019
Last week, as part of Mental Health Awareness Week, Mates in Mind joined more than 250 supporters and partners, consisting of almost 200,000 workers across the UK, to help being the subject of mental health to the fore. Read More
May 8, 2019
'The risk of suicide among low-skilled male labourers, particularly those working in construction roles, is three times higher than the male national average.' After rolling out its new strategy, Selwood Housing saw a 95% reduction in work-related stress-related absences and a 73% reduction in personal stress-related absences, over a one-year period Read More
April 10, 2019
The British Safety Council and Mates in Mind celebrate exceptional commitment to workplace health, safety and wellbeing at annual awards ceremony. Read More
January 31, 2019
The charity said it was “encouraged” by a recent debate in the House of Commons on the subject, but warned more must be done to achieve a “fundamental change” in workplace mental wellbeing. Read More
October 10, 2018
The British Safety Council has designed the Manage the Conversation training for line managers. Read More
September 17, 2018
Mates in Mind has spoken out in support of the recent launch of a new online gateway to help companies improve staff wellbeing. The Mental Health at Work website has been developed by Prince William and MIND, with support from The Royal Foundation, Heads Together and 11 other organisations. Read More
June 18, 2018
‘Construction workers are six times more likely to die from suicide than a fall from height’ A panel is set Read More
October 10, 2017
Marking World Mental Health day, which has the workplace as its focus this year, also marks the first month anniversary of Mates in Mind. Read More
September 12, 2017
The full role-out of the construction industry health and mental wellbeing scheme, titled Mates in Mind, has begun. The move Read More