By Octopus Electric Vehicles August is National Wellbeing Month, so what better time to take a look at your employee benefits package? It’s all about making sure you’re really looking out for your team. We all do things in our day-to-day life to help our wellbeing, whether that’s going for a walk, eating healthily or […]
Caroline Masterton, Client Relationship Director withAmy Hutchison, The Brand Support At Parallel, we believe employee benefits should be rooted in empathy and shaped by the realities of modern life. Amy Hutchison, founder of The Brand Support, left the corporate world to build a business that works around her family, and her story is one many working […]
Caroline Masterton Employee Benefits Director At Parallel, we’re always exploring new ways to support our clients and their people in living healthier, more balanced lives, and that means looking beyond the expected. When we think about employee benefits, we often focus on the tangible elements: private medical, dental care, mental health support. But sometimes the most […]
Louise Dangerfield in conversation with Alice Garside – Squeaky Clean Alice In connection with National Smile Month – 11th May to 11th June 2026 Six years ago, I found myself on a dental journey I never expected. A missed diagnosis of early-stage gum disease by my dentist quickly spiraled into a long and costly process […]
Caroline MastertonParallel Employee Benefits Stress Awareness Month, held every April, serves as an important reminder of the impact stress has on our overall wellbeing, both inside and outside the workplace. While stress is a natural part of life, unmanaged stress can negatively affect mental health, productivity, and job satisfaction. For businesses, addressing stress is not […]
Megan ColborneCycleSaver As Earth Day approaches on the 22nd April, now is the perfect time to remind ourselves that the road to sustainability starts with everyday choices. Simple switches like bringing a reusable coffee cup to your favourite coffee shop, using tote bags for groceries, or buying second-hand clothes all contribute to a greener planet. […]