Wilko, the popular UK-based home and garden retailer, has issued a public apology after it was revealed that several of its staff members who had tested positive for Covid-19 were allowed to continue working.
The company, which has over 400 stores across the UK, came under fire after it was reported that at least three employees who had tested positive for the virus were still working in stores. This news sparked outrage among customers and employees alike, with many calling for the company to take immediate action to protect the health and safety of its workers and customers.
In response to the criticism, Wilko issued a statement apologizing for the oversight and promising to take steps to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future. The company stated that it had implemented new protocols to ensure that any staff members who test positive for Covid-19 are immediately sent home and instructed to self-isolate.
“We take the health and safety of our employees and customers very seriously, and we deeply regret that we allowed these individuals to continue working despite their positive test results,” the statement read. “We have taken immediate action to rectify this situation and have put in place new measures to ensure that it does not happen again.”
The company also stated that it would be conducting a thorough review of its policies and procedures to identify any other areas where improvements could be made to protect the health and safety of its staff and customers.
The incident at Wilko serves as a reminder of the importance of taking Covid-19 seriously and implementing strict protocols to prevent the spread of the virus. As the pandemic continues to impact communities around the world, it is essential that businesses and individuals alike do their part to protect themselves and others from the virus.
In the case of Wilko, the company’s swift response and commitment to improving its policies and procedures is a positive step forward. By taking responsibility for its actions and implementing new measures to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future, Wilko has shown that it is committed to protecting the health and safety of its staff and customers.
