When you’re off sick you don’t always need to provide proof of illness. This is called self certification. You can self certify your absence if you’re going to be off for 7 days or less. This means employers cannot insist on a sick note if a worker is only off for a few days. It’s […]

The number of workers needing sick leave to deal with mental health issues has been on the rise for many years. But what happens if you are off sick with depression or stress? Can you be sacked on grounds of poor mental health? In many cases, people suffering with depression or stress have protections at […]

There’s no answer in legal terms about how many hours notice you should give to call in sick to work. Generally speaking you should ensure you can give as much notice as possible. It’s also important to follow the procedures in your contract for reporting sickness. Illness has a tendency to sneak up on us […]

In recent times, many people have taken on extra work to help pay the bills. It’s never been easier to work from home and there are many options available. Some workplaces aren’t keen on side gigs, and your employer may try to stop you from having a second job. Can they really do this? The […]

So you’ve landed a new job and there’s going to be a trial period? These are commonly used to make sure you’re a good fit for the role. It’s common to feel uncertain when starting a new job, and wonder how long a probation period is going to be. We’ll look at what you can […]

If you’ve been signed off work due to mental health then you are not in a good place. You may be distressed and wondering if work can contact you when off sick with stress or depression? This will be a particular concern if your job has been affecting your wellbeing. There’s no law to prevent […]

Holidays and sickness are two words that are the bane of a manager’s life. It can be a logistical nightmare ensuring everyone gets their holiday entitlement. If you’re thinking of calling in sick on a declined holiday be aware your manger won’t be convinced. Or, if you’re a manager and feeling suspicious, then your instincts […]

It’s common to worry about being sacked during a probation period. A work trial can be an anxious time, and worries around making mistakes can lead to fears of losing your job. Our guide looks at your employment rights if you get fired during your probation period. We’ll look at what usually happens, and what […]

We all look forward to those well earned holidays. So what happens when you discover your employer is cancelling a holiday at short notice? Can your employer really cancel your holiday even if they have already been approved? It certainly seems unfair if you have followed all the right procedures for booking them in the […]