An unhealthy and abusive relationship at home can have significant consequences for employers throughout the country.
It's estimated over 50,000 people over the age of 16 are experiencing domestic abuse in Lincolnshire every year. 75% of those report that the abuse they were experiencing continued at work in the form of the abuser turning up at work, persistently calling them or controlling what they wear or when they arrive or leave. Due to the stress and trauma of this 54% report they are missing at least three days of work a month.
Employees experiencing domestic abuse are also more likely to find it difficult to concentrate and focus at work, and have a hard time progressing within their role.
1 in 5 said they would stop going into work or take days off.
1 in 10 have quit their job due to the impact of the abuse they were experiencing.
The cost of domestic abuse to businesses is estimated at billions a year due to:
- decreased productivity
- time off work
- lost wages
- sick pay
It is the employer's responsibility to identify domestic abuse as part of their safeguarding duty of care under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. If you're an employer you can find information on this in the Domestic Abuse Act statutory guidance at gov.uk.
It can have an adverse impact on staff morale, as well as the business image and reputation.
We want to establish links with businesses in the county to help you support staff affected by domestic abuse. We offer businesses the choice of three packages which are all free.
