Health conditions, impairments and disabilities
Learn how to support employees with health conditions, impairments and disabilities and the importance of inclusive workplace practices.
Health conditions, impairments and disabilities in the workplace
As an employer, it is important to help employees with health conditions, impairments and disabilities. It makes the workplace fair and supportive. It can improve wellbeing, reduce sick days, and make everyone feel more valued.
In Wales, over a third (opens in a new window) of working-age adults have a long-term illness. This rises to almost half in adults over 65.
As more people work longer, more employees are likely to have health conditions, impairments and disabilities.
Supporting these employees can benefit your business by:
- Improving employee engagement and productivity
- Reducing absences
- Meeting legal requirements (opens in a new window)
Page last reviewed: 20th March 2025
