Time to talk about mental health

"I need to make sure that I manage my mental health in a really positive way through exercising, sleep, eating healthily, making sure that I’ve got a really good work-life balance. I’m probably stronger and mentally fitter than I’ve ever been, and that’s because of everything I’ve been through."

Sarah Tait on her mental health experiences

Video | 2 mins 39 secs

To acknowledge Time to Talk Day this year, in this video colleague Sarah Tait speaks about her experience with mental health difficulties and how she's recovered.

How we support colleagues with their mental health and wellbeing

Our dedicated Group wellbeing team ensure that we have a range of mental health services and support in place for colleagues.

Free access to Headspace, the leading mindfulness and meditation app (over 14,500 colleagues have registered to date).
A network of over 1,800 mental health advocates who help to raise awareness and are trained to have supportive conversations and signpost people to appropriate support.
An online wellbeing tool providing a wealth of resources to help with wellbeing such as podcasts, articles and expert-led webinars.
The employee assistance helpline which offers legal advice, professional counselling, advice on finances and debt, coaching, and support on a range of other issues.
A dedicated health and wellbeing support hub for those impacted in any way by coronavirus, with advice and resources on working from home, domestic abuse, finances, staying healthy and much more.
Bupa private medical cover to ensure colleagues have quick access to medical care when needed.
Agile working – we encourage and support colleagues to work flexibly for a better work/life balance.

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