According to the article, the Government has been warned that "vital sections of society could be paralysed if swine flu reaches epidemic proportions as expected."
XpertHR offers extensive resources to help HR professionals prepare for the workplace implications of a swine flu epidemic:
XpertHR's model policies and documents service offers a model flu pandemic contingency plan (subscription required).
Consultants Mercer have published a checklist to assist HR professionals in assessing their swine flu contingency plans (external website).
XperHR managing editor Jo Stubbs presents an essential guide to online resources on swine flu contingency planning for HR professionals.