Young British workers asked to bear the brunt of recovery from recession

News Article - 20 June 2011
Category: Business

As many as 2.4 million British workers aged between 18 and 29 are suffering from stress as a result of workplace pressure.

According to a report released today from market research agency, GfK NOP Engage, young workers believe their bosses are asking them to bear the brunt of the recovery from recession and this is placing undue stress on everyday work.

Of the 30,000 workers surveyed across 29 countries, two-fifths (40 per cent) of UK employees felt 'frequently' or 'always' stressed in the workplace.

Over 39 per cent of British workers aged 18 to 29 claim their employer is using the recession as an excuse to ask them to do more.

Employees should be aware that placing pressure on young workers is likely to bring significant long-term costs for business.

Sukhi Ghataore, director at GfK NOP Engage, said: "Businesses that view young staff as cheap and expendable may well come to count the cost.

"In the UK, we have a recognised ageing population and so the younger generations are becoming exponentially more important in the workplace, as well as to the nation - they are not only companies' future talent, but also represent the future financial stability of Britain.

"It is therefore crucial that they are nurtured, to encourage maximum productivity and retention."

Consequently, the importance of a transparent, supportive HR solution for businesses has never been greater. With growing discontent among young UK employees a system that offers support through every aspect of the employee lifecycle is invaluable.

HR software is designed to streamline communication, collection and analysis of information by providing the tools not only for your HR department but also for applicants, employees, managers and key decision makers alike.

Such software is now readily available for businesses both in standalone and integrated formats to improve administration and workflow throughout your organisation.

Article keywords: Workplace stress, GfK NOP Engage, Sukhi Ghataore, employee lifecycle, HR software

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