HR - Sickness absence

Letter following review of employee initially not fit for workUse our letter when you are dealing with an employee who has been on long-term sick leave and, so far, has been unable to return as they've been medically certified as "Not fit for work".W... Read more

Not fit for work acknowledgement letterOur letter sets out the employee's rights and obligations when on sick leave where they've been assessed as not fit for work, so there can be no misunderstandings. However, you don't need to send it out each time y... Read more

 Letter declining fit note recommendations Employers are not obliged to accept the advice set out in a statement of fitness for work (fit note). Before taking any decision, however, you must discuss it with the employee. If you decide to reject it, ... Read more

Letter requiring statement of fitness for work All employers can, and should, ask for evidence of sickness absence. For the first seven calendar days this is usually in the form of a self-certificate. Thereafter, you can insist on a statement of f... Read more

 Letter seeking authenticity of statement of fitness for work Fake, yet convincing, statements of fitness for work (fit notes) can be bought on the internet for under £11. If you have doubts about the authenticity of such a document, write to the h... Read more