Biggest sickie of the year will see 800,000 staff skip work on ‘Slack Thursday
- Posted on July 15, 2026
- By The Daily Star
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In brief
Post-match celebrations following the England vs Argentina World Cup clash are expected to trigger unprecedented workplace absences on Thursday. Industry analysts forecast a significant surge in sick leave requests, with approximately 800,000 employees potentially missing work. The phenomenon, dubbed 'Slack Thursday,' reflects the broader impact of major sporting events on business productivity and employee engagement patterns during global competitions.
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Biggest sickie of the year will see 800,000 staff skip work on ‘Slack Thursday
Experts are warning that, due to England vs Argentina World Cup hangovers, businesses are likely to see a 25% jump in people calling into work ill
