Burnham told to forget rejoining the EU and instead fix Britain's sick note culture to boost economy by government employment tsar

Sir Charlie Mayfield, the government's employment tsar, argues that addressing Britain's long-term sickness absence is a crucial step to revitalizing the UK economy, rather than focusing on rejoining the EU. He believes that tackling this issue could unlock significant economic potential and improve workforce productivity. This perspective highlights the broader implications for public health and economic policy, suggesting that internal reforms might yield more immediate benefits than external political maneuvers.