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UK workers reveal the worst excuses they’ve given for not turning up to work
Over half of UK employees feel guilty about taking sick days, with the majority stating that this is because they are leaving their team in the lurch, research reveals.
Over half of UK employees feel guilty about taking sick days, with the majority stating that this is because they are leaving their team in the lurch, research reveals.
Despite there being a great amount of uncertainty following last month’s general election, average salaries in the UK saw a steady increase last month, rising by 1.3 per cent when compared with data from June 2016, according to latest statistics.
Homeworking has increased by 25 per cent in the last five years, with 8.2 million British employees now working from home for at least one day per week, and relying on fast broadband.
New Government statistics have revealed half of UK businesses suffered a cyber security breach or attack in the last 12 months; rising to two-thirds among medium sized businesses and large businesses.
In today’s challenging climate, it’s essential for SME and mid-market business owners to have the ambition and drive that it takes to survive in tumultuous times.