England last group game and heatwave expected to keep workers at home

Employers told to prepare for wave of sickies or last-minute requests for time off as warm weather coincides with Euros match

A surge in workers taking a day off, working from home or calling in sick is being forecast for Wednesday as the aftermath of England's last group game in the Euros combines with an expected heatwave.

After a cold, damp start to June, warm weather is predicted across the UK from Monday, and temperatures of up to 31C are likely in south-east England.