The basics
Sick pay
Pay while you're off work ill. UK employers must pay a statutory minimum, and many pay more under their own policy.
A plain-English explanation of how this usually works in the UK, not legal advice. Rules change, so check your own situation. For free, impartial advice on work rights, try Acas. Disclaimer.
You'll hear it as
Contractors don't get sick pay.
Videos.
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