Lay the Groundwork for Better Mental Health with Member Benefits from HMCA

93% of UK tradespeople have been impacted by poor mental health. So why aren’t more people talking about it on site?

Working on site is a shared experience. The banter, the teamwork, the satisfaction of getting a job done, it’s what makes the trade what it is.

But beneath the chat about football, holidays, and deadlines, there’s often something missing: honest conversations about how people are really feeling.

For many in the industry, there’s still an unspoken rule: push through, stay quiet, and get on with it. But bottling things up doesn’t make them go away, it makes them worse.

The reality is hard to ignore. According to recent figures, 93% of UK tradespeople have been impacted by the effects of poor mental health in some way.¹

Yet despite this, very few are getting support. Figures from Mates in Mind show that just 13% of construction workers have sought counselling for issues like stress, anxiety, or depression, and only 18% have spoken to their GP about it.²

At the same time 56% of the construction sector are self-employed, agency workers or on zero-hour contracts, meaning access to consistent healthcare support isn’t always there when it’s needed most.³

That’s why having the right support in place can make all the difference.

With an HMCA medical plan, you don’t have to choose between your health and your livelihood. You get fast, reliable access to care when you need it—without lengthy waits or added stress.

Upgrade to the HMCA Plus Plan and you’ll benefit from:

• 24/7 access to private GP consultations
• Expert helplines for mental wellbeing, sleep, nutrition, and physical health
• Confidential support whenever you need it

Because looking after yourself shouldn’t come second to the job.

📌 This content is for illustrative purposes only. Please speak to a medical professional to discuss any concerns or specific circumstances.

^[1] The impact of Mental Health on UK Trades | Trade Direct Insurance

^[2] Mental Health in the Trades – let’s talk about it – Fix Radio

^[3] Mental Health in the Trades – let’s talk about it – Fix Radio