Midlands Mental Health and Productivity Pilot (MHPP)

When people are happy and healthy at work, everyone benefits. A healthy workforce contributes to improve mental wellbeing in the workplace.

Our support costs nothng and can lead to a happier, healthier workforce which is priceless.

Did you know?

• The annual cost to employers of mental health related sickness absence is £53-56 billion, an increase of 25% since 2019.
• One in six workers are affected mental ill health each year
• 300,000 people with a long-term mental health condition lose their jobs each year
• For every £1 invested in supporting employee mental health and wellbeing, employers are seeing an average return of £5.30

We know from our research that employers, particularly SMEs, want help in this area but there are so many options to start.

We provide a solution that is evidence based and doesn’t cost financially.

Who are we?

The Mental Health and Productivity Pilot (MHPP) is a collaboration of Midlands universities and other partners working to reduce the impact it has on sickness absence, presenteeism and productivity.

Our support is tailored to local need and delivered locally in the Midlands by people who understand our region and are passionate about mental health and wellbeing and economic growth.

Interested in how MHPP can support your business or organisation?