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Work-life Balance - Benefits

Although there are no specific legal requirements for work-life balance policies to be implemented, studies indicate that there are benefits for companies which introduce such schemes including:

  • Improvements to staff retention and retention of a diverse workforce;
  • Improved morale / motivation, productivity, competitiveness and satisfaction levels;
  • Increased flexibility and customer service;
  • Reduced sickness absence / absenteeism;
  • Enhanced working relationships among colleagues; and
  • Meeting legal requirements (in respect of employee entitlement).

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