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For the first 7
days that you are unable to work
through sickness you can complete a
self certification form. This form
can be obtained from your employer
or from the surgery.
If you are in hospital, they will
provide you with a sick note. They
should also include any period
necessary after you leave hospital.
If necessary, this can be extended
by your GP when you return home,
without necessarily needing to see
you.
After the first 7 days, you will
need a sick note from your GP. If
necessary, this can be backdated to
ensure continuity of sickness
absence so an immediate appointment
is not necessary.
When you know the date you are
returning to work, we can often give
you a ‘starting back’ note (also
known as a ‘fit’ note or ‘return to
work’ note) on request.
If you want to see your doctor
solely to extend a sick note please
check with the receptionist whether
an appointment is necessary.
Private Sick Notes
If you want a note to confirm
sickness within the first 7 days of
absence this will require a private
note for which a
fee is due.
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