Who is behind the virtual lunchtime and when did the idea originate?

The virtual lunchtime is the brainchild of Mark Herbert, founder and Managing Director of intY Ltd. IntY are a Bristol based technology company providing Internet and email management solutions - aimed mainly at the small business market.

What will happen to the virtual lunchtime petition?

The campaign aims to reach a total of 100,000 "online signatures". The petition will then be collated and used to demonstrate the need for change among the British working populace by two methods.

(a) Figures purporting to the success of the campaign will be used to publicise the campaign in the national media; thereby ensuring more and more support for the virtual lunchtime concept.

(b) Gone2Lunch.com will use its mandate to seek an intensive round of meetings with trade and industry bodies representing industries large and small - and aims to involve the applicable bodies in a public debate.

If I decide to take a virtual lunchtime, how can I convince my boss?

Take them to this site! The worse they can do is say no. Why not gather your colleagues together and go discuss the idea with a superior? The virtual lunchtime is not merely intended to benefit the average worker - it can help bosses keep a positive, productive working environment.

Why do you care what happens to the British workforce?

We believe that the UK citizen has a hard enough time as it is - especially when compared to his European neighbour at work. All we are asking for is a little equality. Nobody deserves to be hassled and harassed - this is the sensible way forward for employers and employees alike.

Will the virtual lunchtime ever become a reality?

We hope so! We truly believe that the virtual lunchtime is a winning idea that carries a great deal of common sense. With your support there is no reason why this idea should not become a reality.

What can I do during my virtual lunchtime?

Every day, Gone2Lunch.com will publish a new suggestion to while away your hour online, during your virtual lunchtime. It might be online games, quizzes, news, interest sites or just plain old oddities. You'll have to drop in to find out !!