Some sound advice for working in high temperatures as the first heatwave of summer hits the UK; plus why UK workers are so 'compassionate'.
Severe weather
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Millions of workers have been told to stay at home amid predictions that the UK will be hit by the worst storm in decades today.
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Some workers may find themselves overheating at home. But what are employers' responsibilities?
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High temperatures pose questions of home-working as staff swelter without air conditioning or water coolers and the TUC asks employers for 'flexibility'.
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Much of England and Wales is on the cusp of a heatwave, lasting until Friday at least, according to the Met Office. How should employers respond?
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As the heatwave continues across the UK, MPs have urged the government to introduce a maximum workplace temperature – especially...
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Severe weather has been revealed as the top cause of disruption to British businesses over the past 12 months, but...
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One of my employees has called to say that he’s not going to be in for work – and won’t...
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London commuters will face two separate weeks of disruption in May and June after tube drivers announced planned dates to...