Firms based in Gedling borough are being urged to be flexible with staff and even consider allowing them time off during the Euro 2016.
The conciliation service Acas has this week launched new guidance to help employers prepare for potential issues that could arise during the Euro 2016 tournament, which kicks-off on June 10.
Acas is advising employers and small businesses to have agreements in place that cover requests for time off, sickness absence, website use during working hours or watching TV during this period.
Acas Chair, Sir Brendan Barber, said: “The Euro 2016 tournament is an exciting event for many football fans but staff should avoid getting a red card for unreasonable demands or behaviour in the workplace during this period.
“Many businesses need to maintain a certain staffing level in order to survive. Employers should have a set of simple workplace agreements in place before kick off to help ensure their businesses remain productive whilst keeping staff happy too.
“Our guidance can help managers get the best from their team players, arrange appropriate substitutions if necessary and avoid unnecessary penalties or unplanned send offs.”
Acas said a possible option is to have a more flexible working day, with staff starting work later or finishing early and then agree when this time can be made up.
Employers could also allow staff to take a break during match times, it was suggested.
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