Union leaders are urging firms to let workers watch World Cup games or risk having staff throw “sickies” to follow their team in the tournament. From Sky News;
The TUC said “everyone wins” if staff can watch games away from work or in an appropriate place on company premises, and then make up the time afterwards. Rather than having to discipline workers for faking illness, the union organisation said the competition was a perfect opportunity for employers to embrace flexible working. TUC general secretary Brendan Barber said: “Of course, some people won’t want to watch the World Cup. But for those who would like to follow games at home, in the pub, or on the radio or internet at work, the best way to ease tensions is for employers to discuss the issue with staff. Rather than run the risk of de-motivating staff and losing hours through unauthorised sick days, we would encourage employers to let people watch the games if they like – and claim back their time afterwards. That way, everyone wins.”
What do you think? Is this a good idea? I think it is good for team building and morale. Lets all enjoy the World Cup! Get the best odds for the World Cup…
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