Mary Bright
Head of Social Affairs
Mary Bright is Phoenix Group’s Head of Social Affairs, and is also Specialist Policy Advisor to the UK government’s Business Champion for Older Workers. A breadth of experience in pensions and long-term savings enables Mary to link our societal challenges, and opportunities, and make practical policy and business practice recommendations. With increasing longevity and reducing state support, it is ever more important to raise awareness and action in this area.
Articles by Mary Bright
How employers can create menopause-friendly workplaces
The menopause is experienced by staff in most workplaces. In fact, menopausal women are the fastest growing demographic in the […]
May 17, 2022
Why are Gen Z women most worried about not saving enough?
Gen Z women also worry more about spending too much money than any other age group.
February 1, 2022
When it comes to finances, are millennial women falling behind?
Significantly fewer women than men say they feel positive about their financial situation.
January 18, 2022
How to harness the benefits of older workers
The number of older people in the UK workforce is increasing. This trend has implications for practically all businesses and for society as a whole. It also presents an opportunity.
October 21, 2021
Working from home: is it really better for the environment?
More companies are expected to combine office-based working with working from home. This will mean millions of people continuing to adopt flexible working practices.
August 16, 2021
Carers in the workplace: three ways for employers to provide support
We explain what you can do to support the carers in your workforce.
June 8, 2021