# More than a million expected to be working on Christmas Day

By Ruth Wilkinson — 2025-12-24

Ruth Wilkinson, head of policy and public affairs at the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), said: “We should all take a moment on Christmas Day to thank those who continue to do essential work to keep vital services running, particularly those caring for the most vulnerable in our communities.

“But let’s hope the goodwill of these workers is reciprocated by government in the new year by ensuring swift and robust implementation of its Employment Rights Act.

“The government can do this by quickly closing any loopholes and ensuring adequate resource, via the Fair Work Agency, to deliver and maintain strong enforcement that prevents exploitation.

“There is a deep link between health and work and, at a time when record levels of economic inactivity are hurting the UK economy, we must do everything possible to help people get good work – work that’s safe, healthy and sustainable, and accommodates people’s needs – while supporting them to stay in work and to thrive.”

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