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Irish Company Offers €500 Bonus for No Sick Leave, Sparks Debate on Employee Health and Workplace Ethics
An Irish teacher has sparked a debate online after revealing his employer is offering a €500 voucher to staff who do not take any sick leave for nine months. The teacher, who works in early childhood education, shared his concerns in a viral video, highlighting the potential health risks and ethical dilemmas posed by such an incentive. The policy, which promises a €500 shopping voucher for employees who remain free of sick days from April to December 31st, has been criticized by the teacher as a 'control' measure rather than a genuine benefit. He expressed worry that it could pressure staff to come to work ill, risking their own health and potentially spreading infections, particularly in environments with vulnerable populations like children. "It makes you think," he stated in the video, "what if I don't get sick for the rest of the year, but then I lose this voucher because of one day?" He emphasized that getting sick is often beyond an individual's control, and employers should prioritize employee well-being over attendance bonuses. The video has garnered significant attention, with many commenters from Ireland and Spain sharing similar experiences or expressing outrage over policies that seemingly penalize employees for unavoidable illness.
