Ellis Jones Urges 2026 World Cup Staff Flexibility as England and Scotland Qualify
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Updated · Salisbury Journal · Jun 13
Ellis Jones Urges 2026 World Cup Staff Flexibility as England and Scotland Qualify
2 articles · Updated · Salisbury Journal · Jun 13
Summary
Late-night and early-morning 2026 World Cup kickoffs could disrupt staffing, prompting Ellis Jones Solicitors to urge employers to allow flexible hours, shift swaps and clear leave rules.
Kate Brooks, the firm's head of employment and HR services, said workers have no legal right to time off for matches, making advance policies key to handling requests fairly.
The advice frames the June 11 tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico as both a business-continuity challenge and a chance to boost morale through low-cost team building.
England and Scotland have both qualified, likely increasing demand from football-following staff for schedule adjustments during the competition.