Post by CIPD

England vs Mexico. Kick‑off at 1am on Monday, with pubs open until 5am. As the next England game approaches, it’s worth remembering that Monday 6 July is still a normal working day. Employers aren’t required to make special arrangements for World Cup matches, though some may choose to offer flexibility where it suits the business and doesn’t affect performance. The important part is being clear about expectations with everyone before the weekend arrives. A few things to check now: ⚽ Are managers prepared to apply leave requests consistently? ⚽ Do your absence and lateness policies cover situations like this, and have you communicated them? ⚽ If you’re offering later starts or remote working, is that being applied fairly across the team? Setting expectations early keeps performance on track - and keeps things fair for everyone. Let us know if your organisation is doing anything differently or if its business as usual for you. #WorldCup #HR #CIPD