Morale at work is lowest in the public sector, according to research by Roffey Park, the management institute.  

The research found that nearly 40% of managers in the public sector believe morale was low in their organisation, compared to 16% of bosses in the private sector and 6% in the not-for-profit sector.

The survey revealed that the not-for-profit sector had the largest number of respondents citing high morale.

Co-author Emma Stirling says: “Maintaining high levels of morale is important within organisations in order to retain and get the most from employees.   Low morale can be a result of many factors, including lack of motivation, poor management and stress.  As part of their leadership role, it is important that leaders look at how they can boost morale and maintain a happy and productive workforce.”

The report found that the key motivators were ‘making a difference (86%), personal achievement (75%), enjoyment of the job (75%), challenges (69%) and recognition by others (69%).