Change to COVID 19 SSP Waiting Days
From tomorrow (25th March 2022) sick pay is no longer payable from day one to employees who are off sick from work due to COVID-19. Going forward any employee who [...]
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03, 2022
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12, 2021
Temporary change to self certification rules
It was announced on Friday (17h December) that the Government is making a temporary change to the rules around self-certification periods and sickness. Presently employees can self-certificate for 7 days [...]
27
10, 2021
How to prevent workplace stress
Coming out of the pandemic more organisations are focusing time and attention on the issue of managing and reducing workplace stress as part of their efforts to sustain employee wellbeing [...]
15
06, 2021
Supporting employees through the menopause
On average, menopause tends to occur when women are in their mid to late 40s or early 50s, however this is not always the case. Research has also shown that one in [...]
1
10, 2020
Self Isolation – new rules for employers and employees
On 28th September The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (Self-Isolation) (England) Regulations 2020 came into force, tightening and clarifying the legal duties for employers and employees needing to self isolate. Under the new regulations, [...]
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07, 2016
Managing long term sickness
Long-term sickness is difficult to handle. Everyone is susceptible to illness, and dismissals where no fault is involved are always difficult. Employees who have been away from work on long-term [...]
7
07, 2016
Short Term Absence – Return to Work Interviews
Return-to-work interviews should normally be conducted by the employee’s immediate supervisor or manager. The interview identifies the cause of the absence and provides an opportunity to explore any particular problems the [...]
4
07, 2016
Sick Leave
Employees only need a fit note from a doctor after 7 days off work sick. If they are ill just before or during their holiday, they can take it as [...]