Sick notes can now be written by more health professionals - such as nurses, pharmacists, physiotherapists and occupational therapists - rather than just GPs. Read more:
The reform follows fit notes going fully digital as they no longer need to be signed in ink.
“That’s why we have introduced these powers to ensure certifying fit notes can be carried out by other healthcare professionals – helping to relieve pressures on GPs so they can focus on patients and deliver an extra 50 million appointments a year by 2024.”must give their employer a ‘fit note’ if they have been ill for more than seven days in a row and have taken sick leave. This includes non-working days, such as weekends and bank holidays.
Fit notes are free if the employee has been ill for more than seven days when they request one, but there may be a charge if the employee has been ill for seven days or less.A healthcare professional will only give you a fit note if your health affects your fitness for work.
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