The Healthy Workplace Standards (HWS) scheme was developed locally based on a nationally and regionally endorsed good practice model and has operated since its inception in 2022. Unfortunately, an issue has recently been identified in relation to a breach of intellectual property rights relating to some of the structure and wording of the model.

We are in discussions to resolve this issue as soon as possible. Pending the outcome of these discussions we must reluctantly cease all promotion and activity in relation to the scheme until further notice.

In the meantime, the Workplace Health Team will continue to provide guidance and support to workplaces. We will continue with the monthly workplace health bulletin, maintenance of workplace health web pages providing information, resources and training opportunities and the Workplace Health and Wellbeing Service offer brochure.

Please contact public.health@milton-keynes.gov.uk.