Bupa

Time limits removed

With sick leave at its lowest for decades, new Bupa research has suggested millions of employees headed into work last year, despite being unwell, feeling pain or suffering from mental illness.

The amount of claims for mental health treatment through work has increased by 53% over the course of a decade, according to research from Bupa.

Third rise in two years

Two members dissented from conclusion

Adviser early warning system among changes reviewed

Bupa has become the second insurer to give further clarity about its complaints levels, suggesting providers may want further details to be published by the Ombudsman to put figures into a wider context.