UK Workers Burn Out, Leave Vacation Days Unused

Employment Uncovered report reveals UK workers didnt use all vacation days in 2025, with many feeling pressured to stay connected to work. Average worker took 19 days off, with December seeing highest usage. Quarter of employees didnt use all leave, and 44% felt pressured to work during vacation. Burnout was top reason for taking sick days, with nearly half feeling mentally or emotionally exhausted. Despite job enjoyment, workers face significant stress and need better work-life balance. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.