United Kingdom: Health & Safety

The 2026 FIFA World Cup presents unique workforce challenges for UK employers as the tournament spans three North American countries with matches scheduled at unconventional hours for British viewers. From managing employee fatigue and attendance to navigating equality considerations and social media risks, this analysis explores the practical employment law issues that arise when global sporting events collide with workplace responsibilities.

Working parents who lose a child under the age of 18 or have a baby stillborn after 24 weeks of pregnancy have the right to take two weeks' paid bereavement leave. This is called parental bereavement leave and pay.

Employees are more aware of their rights and seeking to hold employers accountable for their actions and the actions of other employees/third parties.