Veteran trade union expert offers commentary

FirstAssistís Rory Murphy is key spokesperson on workplace and work-life health and wellbeing

Get informed industry opinion from trade union veteran, Rory Murphy, Head of Commercial for FirstAssistís Health & Wellbeing, Legal & Travel Insurance business. He has over 25 years experience, including a number of high profile positions at some of the largest unions in the UK and can offer a voice of authority to features and articles on a range of healthcare issues.

Roryís wealth of knowledge was gained in key roles at some of the largest unions across the country. In 2004, he joined AMICUS, the countryís largest private sector union, as Assistant General Secretary, having previously been joint general secretary of UNIFI, the UKís eleventh largest TUC Union and the largest specialist finance union in Europe. He has also been General Secretary for the NatWest Staff Association (NWSA) and Director of Industrial Relations for the Royal College of Midwives,

The following are just some of the topics that Rory has recently been debating in industry circles and is keen to discuss in the media:

- Drugs/Alcoholism/Gambling
- Sleep Deprivation
- Mental Health
- Body Image and Obesity
- Medication Laws
- Community Issues
- Personal Debt

Rory Murphy says, ìThis is an exciting time for the wellbeing industry, as the focus on staff and employment issues continues to be a topic of huge discussion. Both commercial pressures and government legislation are placing increased importance on the role of health and wellbeing in the workplace, including issues such as rehabilitation and stress. My hands on experience in trade unions across a range of industries, means I can provide informed opinion on the issues and challenges facing businesses today.î