HR: Changes to staff sickness rules

Satutory Sick Pay

On 4 March, the Prime Minister announced that Statutory Sick Pay will be made available from day one when self-isolating, instead of day four. 

Sick pay from day one for those affected by coronavirus 

Coronavirus and claiming benefits 

This link provides information about coronavirus and claiming benefits. Please check the page regularly for updates on the arrangements the Department for Work and Pensions is making to support people who are affected by coronavirus. 

Coronavirus and claiming benefits

Coronavirus – a FREE advisory webinar from ACAS for employers  

This webinar provides practical advice for employers to help manage the impact of coronavirus in the workplace.   

Register for an advisory webinar for employers 

The webinar includes:  

• steps that can help reduce the spread of the virus  
• effective ways of communicating with employees  
• self-isolating, time off, sickness certification and sick pay  
• altering working hours, shift patterns and working arrangements  
• remote working and the use of technology