Request a Sick Note
Your doctor will only give you a fit note if your health affects your fitness for work.
If you are fit for work, you do not need a fit note.
Sick for less than 7 days
You do not need a sick note if you are off sick for 7 calendar days or less, because you can self-certify your leave for this time
GUIDANCE ON EMPLOYEE'S STATEMENT FOR STATUTORY SICK PAY
Longer term sickness (from day 8)
If you are off sick for more than 8 days, and your health is affecting your fitness to work, please read the following guidance
THE FIT NOTE: GUIDANCE FOR PATIENTS AND EMPLOYEES
Requesting a Fit Note
This is a non-urgent task and will go to your doctor as a routine matter. Any fit notes will be backdated to the date requested.
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