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class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-14 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" id=\"content-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"content-single-table-content\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_single content_single--blog content-single-content-wysiwyg wysiwyg content-wrapper has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--4)\">\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your business is experiencing employee absenteeism, start by instituting some of these strategies and see if it makes a difference.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employee absenteeism can massively impact your business\u2019 bottom-line results. In fact \u2013 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">absenteeism costs the UK economy <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hrnews.co.uk\/mental-health-related-absences-cost-employers-17-billion-during-the-pandemic\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">more than \u00a318 billion annually<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">equating to<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a3545 per worker.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Revenue aside, excessive employee absenteeism can also have a drastic effect on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/resources\/wellness-at-work-report\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">workplace morale<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and result in lost productivity. If your team members are consistently down a person, they\u2019re less likely to perform at their best.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not to mention, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/resources\/employee-experience-guide\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">employees may experience<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> higher levels of stress and burnout from carrying extra work on their shoulders resulting from workplace absenteeism.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no denying the fact that absenteeism in the workplace is a difficult problem to address. However, this doesn\u2019t mean you should avoid looking into the various causes and what can be done to handle employee absenteeism.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By doing so, you can foster a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/blog\/healthy-workplace-environment\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthy workplace culture<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>sustain your company\u2019s long-term success.<\/b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Image of a healthy workplace culture which can prevent employee absenteeism\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34379\" height=\"487\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Healthy-workplace-culture-e1598500134721-1024x683.jpeg\" style=\"font-size: 1.125rem;\" width=\"690\"\/>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-employee-absenteeism\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is employee absenteeism?<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employee absenteeism refers to the frequent planned or unplanned absence of an employee.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can take the following forms:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planned absenteeism covers leave entitlements such as annual or parental leave, as well as team development absences and organised medical treatments.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unplanned absenteeism involves personal or family emergencies, and short-term absences induced by stress, burnout, injury or illness.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-considered-excessive-absenteeism-in-the-workplace\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is considered excessive absenteeism in the workplace?<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If an employee has been consistently absent without a valid explanation, such as medical conditions or family emergencies, then their absence is considered excessive.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good rule of thumb for determining excessive absenteeism is to see if the time off has surpassed what your company permits or if their absence is more significant in comparison to other employees.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessive absences can affect both employers and employees alike.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s shown to:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increase labour costs for replacement hires<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place pressure on existing team members<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Impact customer service<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduce productivity<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower workplace morale<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"common-causes-of-employee-absenteeism\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common causes of employee absenteeism<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are countless reasons why an employee might decide to skip out on work or feel forced to take the day off. Some may be more difficult to identify, while others only require a simple solution.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/resources\/employee-wellbeing-survey-questions-template\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">personal or health-related issues<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> aren\u2019t the cause of all workplace absenteeism. Sometimes, it can stem from poor management and leadership practices.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In situations like this, there is an inability to create a healthy, supportive and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/resources\/workplace-culture-bundle\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">engaging working environment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such issues include:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disrespectful or limited communication between management and employees<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lack of support and acknowledgement for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/blog\/employee-happiness-survey\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">employee wellbeing<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dismissive or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">discriminatory behaviour<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strict micro-management regimes<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not enforcing standards<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lack of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/blog\/honest-employee-feedback\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">positive and constructive feedback<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"1-bullying-and-harassment\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Bullying and harassment<\/span><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In these highly unpleasant situations, it\u2019s no wonder your employees might opt to stay home.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No one wants to walk into work and be made to feel alone or like an outsider. But most importantly, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/resources\/psychological-safety-survey-template\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">no one should ever be made to feel unsafe<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it be verbal or physical, from a manager or colleague, bullying and harassment can have a dramatic effect on an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/resources\/guide-to-boosting-employee-mental-wellbeing\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">employee\u2019s mental health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and employee attendance.<\/span>\n<h3 id=\"2-stress-and-burnout\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Stress and burnout<\/span><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it\u2019s a busy time of year for your business or an important project is edging closer to its due date, your front-line staff are usually the first to feel it. In times like these, employees may feel the need to catch up on some well-deserved R&amp;R time or risk falling asleep at their desks.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When people feel overwhelmed or overworked, they\u2019re instantly less engaged and productive. With stress levels through the roof, employees are also more likely to become ill or fatigued.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not to mention, workplace burnout can put significant pressure on a person\u2019s mental wellbeing.<\/span>\n<h2 id=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Image of a stressed employee which can lead to burnout\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34383\" height=\"493\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Stressed-employee-1024x683.jpeg\" style=\"font-size: 1.125rem;\" width=\"691\"\/><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"3-personal-and-family-emergencies\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Personal and family emergencies<\/span><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the UK, the numbers show that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ons.gov.uk\/peoplepopulationandcommunity\/birthsdeathsandmarriages\/families\/bulletins\/familiesandhouseholds\/2023\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">75% of couple families with children under 15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are employed, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/government\/statistics\/family-resources-survey-financial-year-2022-to-2023\/family-resources-survey-financial-year-2022-to-2023\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">with 8% of the UK population <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(which equates to approximately 5.2.5 million people) acting as informal carers for family or close friends. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If school isn\u2019t an option because an employee\u2019s child is sick with a stomach bug or their elderly parent is unwell, employees are often left with no choice but to stay at home.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many organisations today offer additional leave entitlements for carers or parents with children. However, this is not the case for every business.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For this reason, it\u2019s essential to have clear communication policies, so your employees know who exactly to contact in the event of an emergency.<\/span>\n<h3 id=\"4-low-workplace-morale\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Low workplace morale<\/span><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Workplace morale plays a key role in the level of productivity and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/resources\/employee-engagement-guide\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">engagement of your employees<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If morale is high, employees tend to exhibit fewer negative and counterproductive behaviours such as frequent absenteeism.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s because strong employee morale helps to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/blog\/employee-relations\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">strengthen office relationships<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, particularly between management and employees.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Companies that make a conscious effort to improve workplace morale also experience higher retention. This is because the happier and more comfortable an employee feels, the more likely they will stay with your company for the long haul.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pro tip: Send out employee surveys to measure how engaged your employees are. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/solutions\/employee-engagement-software\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">91±¬ΑΟ has an Employee Survey feature<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that allows you to send, receive, and analyse survey data within the platform.<\/span>\n<h3 id=\"5-injury-and-illness\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Injury and illness<\/span><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Injury and illness are the two most common reasons for employee absenteeism. If employees are unwell or injured, they should be encouraged to stay home for their own safety and wellbeing, and that of others.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employers should also take into account doctor appointments or hospital visits. Regular health check-ups often require staff to take additional time off, whether it be a full day or a few hours in the morning.<\/span>\n<h3 id=\"6-job-seeking\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Job seeking<\/span><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some cases, employees may seek new employment opportunities. This often requires additional time to search through job listings, send resumes and attend interviews.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If an employee takes time off to accomplish these tasks, it\u2019s often because they\u2019re experiencing workplace stress, burnout, stagnation or low morale.<\/span>\n<h2 id=\"strategies-to-prevent-employee-absenteeism\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strategies to prevent employee absenteeism<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unfortunately, not every case of employee absenteeism is preventable \u2013 emergencies or illnesses can pop up when we least expect them. With that in mind, there are still several workplace practices you can implement to keep your employees feeling productive and engaged in their work.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To help you get started, we\u2019ve explored six easy-to-implement strategies to decrease employee absenteeism and improve workplace engagement:<\/span>\n<h3 id=\"1-design-an-employee-wellness-program\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Design an employee wellness program<\/span><\/h3>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/blog\/employee-wellness-program-ideas\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employee wellness programs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are designed to enhance the overall health and wellbeing of a company\u2019s workforce.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typically, these initiatives focus on increasing physical activity and mobility, reducing stress and preventing burnout, providing useful nutrition advice, and offering free health assessments to address any health-related issues an employee may be facing.<\/span>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/02\/workplace-wellness-statistics-wellness-stats\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies show<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> wellness programs improve productivity and reduce absenteeism. Providing employees with the tools to manage their physical and mental wellbeing means they\u2019re less likely to skip a day of work due to personal or health-related reasons.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus, wellness initiatives aim to lower healthcare costs and improve workplace morale. All of which are associated with higher levels of productivity and engagement.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suppose you\u2019re a little unsure where to start when designing an employee wellness program, start by thinking about how the approach will reflect your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/resources\/how-to-create-company-values\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">company values and culture<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if your team thrives on competition, perhaps a fun weekly step challenge could be a viable option. Or if your business is all about giving back to the community, offer additional time off for volunteer work.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Successful corporations like <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apple and Google have already implemented corporate wellness programs<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for employees. Their strategies focus on reducing stress, preventing burnout and sparking creativity.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both companies see the immense value in supporting employee wellbeing and ensuring they feel comfortable at work.<\/span>\n<h3 id=\"2-provide-employee-assistance-programs-eap\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Provide Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)<\/span><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your employees are experiencing hardship or simply feeling a little blue, Employee Assistance Programs can help. EAPs commonly involve personal, family, financial or work-related services that aim to improve employee wellbeing, attendance and performance.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offering your employees additional support shows your business values and cares about their people. Navigating difficult times alone is never easy, so you want your employees to know they\u2019re in a safe space and are free to talk openly about mental health issues.<\/span>\n<h3 id=\"3-offer-paid-time-off-or-vacation-days\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Offer paid time off or vacation days<\/span><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of whether your employees are dedicated and committed to their role, we\u2019re all in need of a vacation from time to time.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With stress and burnout being two of the primary causes of frequent absences, it\u2019s important employees take days off to rest and recharge their batteries. This can be through contractual agreements or workplace policies.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By offering additional leave, employees can have a greater work\/life balance for both their own and their team\u2019s productivity.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We like to call this a win-win situation for everybody!<\/span>\n<h3 id=\"4-implement-flexible-working-arrangements\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Implement flexible working arrangements<\/span><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no hiding the fact that times have changed, gone are the days of the traditional 9-5 work structure. Thanks to modern technology, employees now have greater autonomy over where, when and how they operate.<\/span>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/resources\/flexible-working-policy-template\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flexible work arrangements<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have been on the rise in recent years, and even more so during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many businesses today have realised the potential for remote work to boost employee engagement, productivity and retention.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While remote work might not be feasible for every business, try and consider how you can provide your teams with greater workplace flexibility. Perhaps this could mean a flexible work schedule for later starts, earlier finishes, additional breaks or simply working from home once a week.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By focusing their attention on performance rather than hours worked, employees can take care of their families and run important errands without needing additional time off. As ironic as it may sound, flexible work can reduce employee absenteeism, boost morale and facilitate greater work\/life balance.<\/span>\n<h3 id=\"5-enhance-workplace-morale\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Enhance workplace morale<\/span><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low workplace morale can stem from thousands of work-related issues. Whether it\u2019s failing to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/blog\/giving-feedback-to-employees\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">provide useful feedback<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, overbearing managers, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/resources\/diversity-inclusion-handbook\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">non-inclusive team members<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or a lack of effective communication, low morale can be extremely problematic for employers.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And unfortunately, it\u2019s a common cause of employee absenteeism. Having a sense of trust and belonging amongst your teams is vital to workplace satisfaction.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luckily, building morale doesn\u2019t require endless resources and funding. You can start by encouraging greater collaboration and engagement between departments.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Host brainstorming or social events where teams can break out and meet new people. If <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">employees feel recognised and valued<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by their colleagues, the more motivated they\u2019ll be for work.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For employers, micro-management is one of the leading causes of employee absenteeism.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similarly to school bullies, micro-managers exert a range of inappropriate behaviours that impact the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/blog\/employee-engagement-survey\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">level of employee engagement<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and motivation. If staff feel as though their every move is closely monitored and controlled, it can create a highly undesirable working environment.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll soon find your employees will also lose the desire to go the extra mile and take pride in their role. To prevent this, encourage managers to provide their teams with clear direction while also allowing for more independent work.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employees should feel comfortable asking questions and be treated with dignity and respect.<\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Workplace with high morale which can prevent employee absenteeism\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34380\" height=\"487\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/workplace-with-high-morale-1024x683.jpeg\" style=\"font-size: 1.125rem;\" width=\"690\"\/>\n<h3 id=\"6-communicate-employee-attendance-policies\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Communicate employee attendance policies<\/span><\/h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every business should set fair and reasonable attendance policies for employees to follow. However, those policies need to be clearly communicated so employees are aware of what is expected of them.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure all employees have read and are aware of attendance expectations, and provide opportunities for them to ask questions or raise concerns.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An employee attendance policy should detail who to notify in the event of an unplanned absence and the standard procedures that follow.<\/span>\n<h2 id=\"how-employment-hero-can-help-you-manage-employee-absenteeism\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How 91±¬ΑΟ can help you manage employee absenteeism\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For any business, employee absenteeism is a relatively common part of a team\u2019s daily workflow. At the end of the day, we\u2019re all human, and sometimes that means life can throw unexpected curveballs.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most of the time, your employees won\u2019t intentionally plan to miss a day of work. Sometimes things require our attention outside of the office, and that\u2019s okay.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if your business is experiencing excessive unscheduled absences, start by instituting some of the strategies mentioned above and see if it makes a difference.<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By providing employees with clear guidelines, support, flexibility and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/resources\/reward-and-recognition-guide\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">acknowledgement<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can create a warm and welcoming working environment that\u2019s inviting for everyone.<\/span>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/uk\/pricing\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">91±¬ΑΟ<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the world\u2019s first integrated all-in-one HR and Payroll system that aids organisations in creating a supportive workplace culture that prioritises wellbeing. By addressing the root causes of employee absenteeism and promoting an inclusive workplace environment, businesses can enhance productivity and morale.\u00a0<\/span>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you ready to take steps to reduce employee absenteeism in your workplace? 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