Taking the pulse of executive health in the U.K.

Executive Overview Compared with mainland Europe, the U.K. has low unemployment, longer work hours, and a strong economy. However, there are growing concerns about the health and social costs associated with excessive work pressures and job demands. This article summarizes recent research and workplace surveys on the changing nature of work and work organization in the U.K. Drawing on best practice examples, it discusses the ways in which individual managers and organizations can take action to promote workplace health and reduce stress.