Category: Sick Leave and Sick Pay
How to Work Out Your Statutory Sick Pay in the UK
Understanding Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) is a legal right for employees in the UK, designed to provide a basic level of income if you’re unable to work due to illness. If you meet the eligibility criteria, your employer must pay you SSP for up to 28 weeks. This payment acts as…
Calling in Sick After a Refused Holiday: Your Rights Explained
Introduction to Calling in Sick on a Declined Holiday When your employer declines your holiday request, you are expected to work as usual on those days. But what happens if you genuinely fall ill during this period? Calling in sick on a declined holiday means notifying your employer that you are unfit for work due…
Who Qualifies for Statutory Sick Pay in the UK?
What is Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)? Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) is a government-mandated payment designed to support employees in the UK who are unable to work due to illness. If you are too ill to do your job, SSP ensures you receive a basic level of financial support while you recover. As of the current…
Fit Notes and Doctor’s Notes: Your Rights and Employer Rules
What is a Fit Note (Doctor’s Note)? A fit note – sometimes called a “doctor’s note” or a “Statement of Fitness for Work” – is an official document issued by a GP or hospital doctor in the UK. It provides medical evidence about your ability to work if you have been off sick for more…
Your Rights When Leaving Work Sick Midway Through the Day
Understanding Your Right to Go Home Sick During the Workday Understanding Your Right to Go Home Sick During the Workday If you start to feel unwell while at work, you have the right to leave and go home sick – even if your shift has only just begun or you are partway through your working…
Holiday Pay Rights When Off Work With Long-Term Sickness
Understanding Holiday Pay and Long-Term Sickness Understanding Holiday Pay and Long-Term Sickness Holiday pay is the money you receive when you take annual leave from work. In the UK, almost all workers are legally entitled to paid holiday – this is known as statutory annual leave. The law currently gives full-time workers at least 5.6…
Self-Certification for Sickness: UK Legal Overview
What is Self-Certification for Sickness? Self-certification for sickness is a process that allows employees in the UK to confirm they are unwell and unable to work, without needing a doctor’s note for short-term absences. Under current UK employment law, you can usually self-certify for up to 7 calendar days in a row. During this period,…
Sick Leave vs Annual Leave: Your UK Rights Explained Simply
Introduction to Sick Leave and Annual Leave Sick leave and annual leave are two distinct types of time off available to employees in the UK, each serving a different purpose and governed by separate rules. Sick leave is time taken off work when you are unwell and unable to perform your job duties. During this…
Your Sick Pay Rights Explained During Pregnancy in the UK
Understanding Sick Pay During Pregnancy Sick pay is a financial safety net for employees who are too unwell to work, ensuring you still receive some income when you need to take time off due to illness. During pregnancy, sick pay becomes especially important, as expectant mothers may face unique health challenges that require time away…
How Long Does Statutory Sick Pay Last and Can It Be Extended?
Introduction to Statutory Sick Pay Duration Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) is a legal minimum payment that employers must provide to eligible employees who are off work due to illness. Its main purpose is to offer a basic level of financial support if you are too unwell to work, helping to cover your essential expenses while…
