MOST of us are looking forward to the big Euro 2016 clash between England and Wales tomorrow (Thursday, June 16).

But are your bosses understanding enough to let you take time off work to watch the match on TV?

Well, they ought to give you a break, according to the South West TUC.

With kick off at 2pm, union is urging managers either to let people watch the game on work premises or allow them to work flexibly and make up the hours at a later date.

Flexible working has real benefits for businesses and their workforces, says the TUC, with many workplaces already operating a system of flexitime, allowing staff to come in early and go home early, or to get into work late and leave the office later.

South West TUC regional secretary Nigel Costley said: “Thousands of workers in the South West will want to cheer on England tomorrow.

"To avoid any problems managers should talk to their staff and try and let people who want to watch the games do so, either at work or at home – and then claim back their time afterwards.

“Whether it’s about major sporting events like Euro 2016 or picking up the kids from school, allowing people more flexibility in how and when they do their work makes them happier. It cuts absenteeism and raises productivity.

“Tournaments like Euro 2016 can be a great chance to build camaraderie at work, with working people running sweepstakes and spending time together. It’s important employers do not score an own goal by acting like killjoys.”