Famous five are fit for work

Five Ipswich companies and organisations have received their "Fit For Work" starter kits and £500 vouchers so their employees can start getting healthier.

The Fit for Work scheme is being run by Ipswich Borough Council's Team Ipswich initiative with the aim of promoting a healthier local workforce. The scheme was launched by former Olympic athlete Kris Akabusi.

The five companies - now official "Trail-blazers" - are Prettys, Copleston High School, Jewson Ltd, Call Connection, and Ipswich Building Society.

Team Ipswich Fit for Work Co-ordinator Claire Parker said: "Statistics have proven that active employees on average take 27% fewer days of sick that non active employees which equates to a saving of £135 per employee per year. With so many Ipswich businesses committed to improving the health of their workforce this can be seen as a brilliantly positive initiative for corporate Ipswich in a time otherwise characterised by rising costs and financial hardships."

For further information:
Claire Parker, tel: 01473 432022