I have had 2 cases involving this subject this week , both have been signed off work by their GP. In one case I struggled with assessing their fitness for work; he is cabable of meeting his own and family members physical needs and carrying out daily activities however he is so anxious regarding the wellbeing of his elderly mum that he feels unabale to be at work, has no social life away from home and is therfore socially withdrawn. He can function because he isnt at work but does that make him unfit for work ??
At the back of my mind I am also aware his employer has no great desire to make him an example and stop paying him sick pay.
Gosh but I love this Job!
Jacqui
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