Hot weather sparks sickies
Most firms were apparently hit by workers pulling a "sickie" last week because of the hot weather.
A poll of 7,000 employers found almost four out of five had staff absences in the past few days and many believe the workers wanted to enjoy the sunshine.
Employment law firm Peninsula also polled 500 workers, and found that most were tempted to feign illness so they did not have to go to the office.