Employers tackle productivity threat with flexible work offer

Published byREC07 Apr 2025|OpinionEmployers tackle productivity threat with flexible work offerAmid rising sickness rates in the UK, employers are grappling with a significant hit to productivity, according to a new survey by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). In response, many are turning to flexible working policies as a solution, offering employees more freedom in their work schedules to help mitigate the impact of illness on the workforce.The survey was conducted by REC/Whit