Acas have launched new guidance to help employers manage mental health in the workplace along with top tips for managers about how best to have a conversation with employees about mental health. This follows a report by Business in the Community which found only 11% of those surveyed felt able to disclose a mental health issue to their manager while half of managers said they would like training on the matter. The new Acas guidance includes advice on: (i) spotting the signs of mental ill health; (ii) talking to a team member that may be experiencing mental ill health (including top tips for managers about how best to have this type of conversation); (iii) supporting a team member during periods of mental ill health; and (iv) helping a team member to return to work.

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