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Off sick? You need to phone your boss, back-to-work adviser says

Off sick? You need to phone your boss, back-to-work adviser says
BBC News Wednesday 23 September 2026, 10:49 UTC 1 min read
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Relying on text and email means sick workers disengaged and were less likely to work again, says Sir Charlie Mayfield.

Relying on text and email means sick workers disengaged and were less likely to work again, says Sir Charlie Mayfield.
Charlie Mayfield (PERSON)
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