Do I have to pay for a sick note?
Do I have to pay for a sick note? There is no additional charge for a sick note or doctor’s letter. With 12 clinics across London and same day appointments it is even easier than searching for an online sick note.
Do weekends count as sick days?
How to count sick days. When you work out the number of days that you’ve been sick, you need to count all the days in a row you’ve been sick, including days you do not usually work, such as weekends and bank holidays.
Can a doctor refuse a sick note?
The length of time requested is a decision for the doctor depending on the condition and how long (s)he thinks that is appropriate for you to be off work. The doctor is under no obligation to provide a sick note if (s)he feels that you are capable of work.
What happens to your holidays when you are off sick?
When you are off sick, you continue to build up your entitlement to paid holiday, which you can take when you go back to work. It can be a good idea to use this holiday as part of a planned gradual return to work after a long period of sickness absence.
