Morning Extra - Local income tax & sickies

What's the best way to raise local taxes? The consultation period on the Scottish Government's plans for a local income tax closes today. It's attracted increasing criticism, but is there a better alternative? Plus: Have you ever thrown a sickie? A new survey of business leaders suggests that half the days lost due to sickness aren't genuine. Research commissioned by a group of HR specialists concludes that the "sickie" culture is worse than ever before. Seven in ten bosses think that staff attitudes have worsened over the last ten years. It seems many of us simply see paid sick leave as an extension of our annual holiday entitlement. Have you ever lied to get a day off work? And what's the most incredible excuse you've ever heard? Graham Stewart takes your calls, texts and emails.