Employees’ mental health issues are notoriously difficult to deal with even for the most understanding and supportive employers. Unlike a cold or a broken arm, mental health problems do not usually have a timescale for recovery. Employees who attend work while unwell do not do favours for either the employer or themselves. 

The government plans to launch a major overhaul of the right of workers in the ‘gig economy,’ including in areas of pay and flexibility.

Amazon has been accused of slashing benefits and bonuses for UK workers to compensate for a pay increase, according to the union GMB.

A number of workers from fast food chains including McDonald's, Wetherspoons, and TGI Fridays are striking for better pay.

Men with fewer qualifications working in manual industries are more likely to be negatively affected by Brexit and new trade restrictions.