Workplace absence rises; one in three employees exaggerate sickness
According to a CBI / AXA survey workers took an average of seven days off sick in 2006, amounting to 175 million days at a cost of £13.4bn. The research suggests the most important factor affecting absence is the size of an organisation. Findings show that employers with less than 50 staff had on average 4 days absence per employee compared with double that figure in companies with over 5,000 employees.
A further independent survey commissioned by business consultancy firm Croner finds that a third of employees admit to exaggerating their sickness to justify taking time off. Results show that 91 per cent of employers felt cold and flu was a suitable reason for sickness compared to 81% of employees. Croner’s research suggests a possible disparity between employer and employee about what is or is not a justified reason for sickness.
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Regulation updates - Unlawful discrimination
Preventing unlawful discrimination on grounds of religion or belief in goods, facilities and services
From 30 April 2007, the law will require that you provide your normal service in a non-discriminatory way.
Preventing unlawful discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation in goods, facilities and services
From 30 April 2007, sexual orientation laws will require that you treat customers in a non-discriminatory way.
For information about upcoming regulation changes, including sector specific changes, visit the Regulation updates section of the Business Link website.
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