AS ITS NAME suggests, Cotswold District Council is set in one of the most picturesque parts of the country, and its 491 employees rank their Wellbeing so highly that just seven of the 75 listed public sector bodies rank higher. Healthy lifestyles are encouraged, with lunchtime walks and subsidised gym memberships. Despite staff working across various districts and no dedicated fun budget, social get-togethers are frequent with costs for barbecues or quiz nights covered by a small ticket charge and any additional funds generated going to charity. Employees support Children in Need and Comic Relief, and they feel a strong sense of family (67%) and care for each other (76%). Work does not interfere with duties at home (70%), health isn't suffering (74%) and there is little stress (75%, and the highest score among the mid-sized bodies). www.cotswold.gov.uk