Sickness Absence
Full text of the policy and associated information is available below.
- Sickness Absence Policy
- Sickness Absence Policy FAQ
- Sickness Absence Types
- Sickness Absence Appeals Procedure
- Incapacity Retirement Process (also see Pensions)
- Guidance note on Long Term Sickness and Annual Leave
- Substance Abuse - Managers' Guidance (PDF, 36kB)
Fit Notes
Additional guidance is available separately.
for all sickness absence forms see the leave forms section
Supporting Staff with a Mental Health Condition
It is estimated that around 25% of us will experience mental health difficulties at some time in our lives. The Mindful Employer initiative has produced a very practical guide to assist line managers in supporting their staff when they are experiencing a mental health problem.