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Sickness absenceHR practiceLetters

CBI’s carrot-and-stick approach is too simplistic

by Personnel Today 30 May 2006
by Personnel Today 30 May 2006

It is positive that chief executives are beginning to recognise that people are such a valuable asset, which is reflected in the rise in
the estimated cost of absenteeism.

But considering that a company’s human capital is so valuable, the CBI’s recommendation to stall sick pay for short-term illnesses seems extreme (Personnel Today, 16 May).

While I can understand the need to discourage absenteeism, delaying sick pay – potentially when it is needed the most – will not foster an environment
of trust.

From our research, we know that a company’s atmosphere or culture is inextricably linked to employee commitment to the organisation. Two-thirds of employees would move to another company if they did not like the workplace culture.

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Businesses, therefore, need to consider more than the simple carrot-and-stick approach that has been advocated by the CBI.

Keith Potts, Managing director, Jobsite.co.uk

CBI
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