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Sep

What Are The Statutory Sick Pay Guidelines?

By Emma Roberts In Allied Health Professional, Employment Advice, Employment Law, Employment Solicitors, Employment Tribunal, Fit Note, Medical Certificate, Sick Pay, Sickness Absence, SSP, Statutory Sick Pay

Statutory sick pay (‘SSP’) is a universal payment all employers must pay, should their employees be signed off from work due to sickness. Some companies offer contractual sick pay – i.e. full pay for a period however more companies rely on government SSP guidelines.

If SSP applies, then the first question to be asked is – does the employee earn more than the lower earnings limit? The current rate for 2019 – 2020 is £118 per week. If the employee earns less than this then the employee would need to claim sick pay from the job centre. There is a SSP1 form online for the employer to complete. The employer does not pay anything during this period (unless contractual sick pay is available).

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Sep

Understanding A Fit Note

By Emma Roberts In Employment Advice, Employment Law, Employment Solicitors, Employment Tribunal, Fit Note, Return To Work, Sickness Absence, Statutory Sick Pay

What Is A Fit Note?

A fit note is a statement of fitness for work. It is given by a GP or hospital doctor stating that the employee is unfit for work or if temporary workplace adjustments are needed.

A fit note will give details of the illness and recommended dates of how long to remain off work.

It is important to note that the sick dates are guidance, this does not necessarily mean that the employee needs to wait until the expiry date to return back to work. Medical experts suggest employees should be able to return back to work when they are ready as it may help with their recovery period.

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