Employee absenteeism: When can you fairly cry halt?

Employee absenteeism: When can you fairly cry halt?
It is important to maintain an open mind throughout any employment process, and not to rush things. (Image: Getty)
Rachael Judge
With two toddlers in daycare, I have been picking up my fair share of winter bugs. I am not alone, as businesses will generally see increased rates of sick leave over winter. One benefit of the covid era is that we are seeing increased recognition that it is best to stay away from work when sick. But what happens when you have an employee who is away from the office more than they are in?This is an issue that two employers recently had to grapple with, and both fell short. One of those employers, the Rotorua Lakes Council (RLC), dismissed...

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