We are delighted to have been funded by the NIHR to run pilot study to test a new IGLOO toolkit designed to improve the support and return to work process provided to employees on long-term sick leave and following their return to work.

The study is based on the latest evidence and research from leading workplace health experts across the UK.

We are working with nine organisations across the North, whose employees have access to a set of best-practice resources to try out, including:

• short, easy-to-follow online toolkits for employees on sick leave and their line managers that aim to support well-being during sickness absence and ensure that the employee's return to work is smooth and sustainable

• short online webinars for senior leaders on best practice in managing sickness absence

To learn more about the evidence base of the IGLOO framework and our return to work toolkit see https://www.affinityhealthatwork.com/igloo

To find out more about this research or the return to work resources please contact us at hello@affinityhealthatwork.com