In recent months, there has been a significant 114% increase in UK searches for “work bullying,” with over 12,000 searches recorded from October to November 2025. This surge highlights a growing concern among employees regarding workplace culture and conduct, suggesting that many are seeking guidance outside of formal organisational channels.

A worker feels singled out as organisations turn to data-driven strategies to curb bullying and protect wellbeing.

Understanding the Concern

Recent studies reinforce these findings. The 2025 University College London Labour Relations Study reports that 14% of UK employees experienced workplace abuse in the past year. Meanwhile, the CIPD’s 2025 report on Bullying and Conflict at Work reveals a gap between policy and practice: while 81% of HR professionals believe their organisations have effective procedures, only 36% of employees feel their concerns are fully addressed.

The Role of Search Data

YuLife’s analysis of search data offers early insights into workforce sentiment, serving as a valuable tool for identifying trends in employee concerns about bullying and burnout. By integrating this data with internal HR metrics, organisations can proactively address issues before they escalate.

A Proactive Approach to Wellbeing

YuLife champions a prevention-by-design model, embedding wellbeing and psychological safety into the organisational framework. Key strategies include:

• Setting measurable wellbeing and safety KPIs.
• Training managers to recognise early risk factors.
• Utilising aggregated sentiment data to enhance formal reporting.

Sammy Rubin, CEO of YuLife, emphasises the importance of combining public data with internal metrics to identify and mitigate risks effectively. This approach enables organisations to act on evidence, ensuring a safer and more supportive workplace environment.

By addressing these issues head-on, organisations can encourage a culture of trust and inclusivity, aligning with their commitment to employee wellbeing and psychological safety.

If you would like to discuss this further, call out team on 01522 448 181