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Sickness Absence

Sickness absence

If you are facing challenges related to health and time off work: 

  1. Understand your rights: Review your employer’s sickness policy and your contract for your specific entitlements regarding sick pay and notice requirements. 

  2. Gather medical evidence: If the issue is impacting your health or your ability to return to work, obtain a note from your GP or request a referral to Occupational Health. 

  3. Reasonable adjustments: If you have an underlying condition or disability, your employer may be required to make reasonable adjustments to help you remain in or return to work. 

  4. Maintain records: Keep a personal log of all sickness-related communication and meetings with your manager. 

  5. Contact your BDA workplace representative. If you do not have a workplace representative contact the BDA Employment Relations Team.