Ben invites the automotive community to ‘Bring It On 4 Ben’ with a series of exciting new fundraising challenges
Ben is tapping into the automotive community’s competitive spirit by inviting them to Bring It On 4 Ben and take on a range of exciting new fundraising challenges to raise vital funds for colleagues in need.
Ben appoints Steve Nash as Chair of its Board of Trustees and announces three new Board members
Steve Nash has been appointed as Chair of Ben’s Board of Trustees Robin Woolcock has stepped down as Ben’s Chair but retains Board member position Sharon Ashcroft, Mark Outhwaite and Chris Thomas join Ben’s Board of Trustees Sarah Bayliss also…
Ben’s comment on the Budget 2018
Rachel Clift, Health & Wellbeing Director at Ben, commented on the 2018 budget announcement this week: “It’s promising to see the latest budget is very focused on mental health and we’re particularly thrilled to see an extra £2bn being allocated…
Birch Hill Care Centre awarded ‘Outstanding’ by Care Quality Commission
Birch Hill Care Centre in Norham, Berwick-upon-Tweed, has been awarded ‘Outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission, following an inspection in August 2018. The centre, owned and run by Ben, which provides flexible, continuing care and support for those in later…
Ben announces the appointment of Health & Wellbeing Director
• Rachel Clift joins the Ben team as Health & Wellbeing Director • Rachel will lead Ben’s health & wellbeing services to the automotive industry • Former Olympian is welcomed into Ben’s executive team Ben, an independent charity and dedicated…
Newcastle College Raffle For Ben
A huge thank you to the students and staff in the Automotive Division of Newcastle College. On Friday 22nd May they celebrated their achievements at an awards ceremony attended by college staff and students, as well as proud parents and…
Ben’s automotive industry mental health fundraiser is back! Save the date and sign up now – Hats on 4 Ben – World Mental Health Day
Ben, an independent charity and dedicated partner to the automotive industry, providing support for life for its people and their family dependents, reveals the details of this year’s automotive industry mental health fundraiser!
Ben publishes annual Impact Report 2017-18 outlining biggest health challenges for automotive industry people
Top issues are low income, anxiety and depression Ben, the independent charity and dedicated partner to the automotive industry, providing support for life for its people and their family dependents, has published its Impact Report 2017-18. This annual report reveals…
Ben Announces The Appointment Of New CEO
Zara Ross joins the BEN team as new Chief Executive Officer BEN welcomes Zara Ross as CEO following David Main’s retirement BEN, the not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting those working in the automotive industry, has announced the appointment of Zara…
Ben CEO David Main Announces Retirement
David Main steps down after 7 years with BEN Zara Ross, from the St Monica Trust in Bristol, named as new Chief Executive David Main, Chief Executive of BEN, has today announced he is to retire from the organisation in…
Ben launches NEW mental health training programme exclusively for the automotive industry
New training responds to increased demand for help with mental health challenges Training programme provides practical skills, tools and advice to managers and employees Visit ben.org.uk/BenTraining for more information Ben, the not-for-profit organisation that partners with the automotive industry to…
Ben’s mental health campaign raised hats and £10,000 to support automotive colleagues
Ben, the not-for-profit organisation that partners with the automotive industry to provide support for life to its people and their families, has announced that circa £10,000 has been raised so far from its first ever national fundraising event – Hats on 4 Mental Health Day.
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week: Ben shows support for those working in the automotive industry
Anxiety and depression are most popular content topics on Ben’s website Mental health is second biggest concern for industry people, after money worries Ben launches new online anxiety and stress checker tool This Mental Health Awareness Week, Ben is showing support…
Did you know that April is Stress Awareness Month?
A staggering 49% of sick days and two fifths of work-related ill health in 2016/17 were caused by work-related stress, depression or anxiety which amounts to 12.5 million lost work days.
Ben is supporting the AM ‘Best UK Dealerships To Work For’ 2018 programme
Ben is proud to be supporting the AM initiative, which highlights great workplaces in the UK’s franchised dealer networks. Participation in AM ‘Best UK Dealerships To Work For’ is free and the registration process is now open.
New Date For Bens 46th Vintage Classic Car Rally And Summer Fete
We have moved our ever popular summer event from the last Saturday in June to the first Saturday in July. The new date is 4th July 2015 and there will be an extraordinary array of vintage, classic cars and motorcycles…