139 Nottingham Road, Selston, Nottingham, NG16 6BT
Telephone: 01773 810226
We're open
Latest News:
Hospital Services Missed Appointments Your General Practice Teams Nursing Strikes Group Strep A Loneliness Referrals to Hospital Virtual Wards Cancer – Earlier Diagnosis Winter Vaccinations
You do not require a doctor’s sickness certificate for any illness lasting seven days or less. Your employer may however require you to complete a self-certification form (SC2) which is available from your employer or on the HMRC website.
If you are sick for more than seven days, your employer can ask you to give them some form of medical evidence to support payment of SSP (statutory sick pay).
It is up to your employer to decide whether you are incapable of work. A medical certificate, now called a ‘Statement of Fitness for Work’ (see below) from your doctor is strong evidence that you are sick and would normally be accepted, unless there is evidence to prove otherwise.
You could also provide evidence from someone who is not a medical practitioner, e.g. a dentist. Your employer will decide whether or not this evidence is acceptable. If your employer has any doubts, they may still ask for a medical certificate from your GP.
The ‘fit note’ was introduced on 6 April 2010. With your employer’s support, the note will help you return to work sooner by providing more information about the effects of your illness or injury.
For more information see the nhs website: https://www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/caring-carers-and-long-term-conditions/when-do-i-need-a-fit-note/
Sick Note Extensions
If you require an extension to a sick note please order this via the NHS app where possible.
For instructions on how to do this please visit: