Fear of legal repercussions prevents HR contacting staff on sick leave, warns Sir Charlie Mayfield – but are their concerns justified?

As the Keep Britain Working review lead says firms need to better support unwell employees, People Management explores how they can achieve the right balance

by Isabel Jackson

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