“Today we’re announcing that people self-isolating will get Statutory Sick Pay from the first day off work. This will be included in emergency coronavirus legislation.” — PM Boris Johnson | UK Prime Minister

474K views · 1.6K reactions | The statutory sick pay rule | Terry Gorry & Co. Solicitors | Facebook

The consultation on the proposed changes to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) is due to close at 11.59 pm on Wednesday 4 December 2024. The changes include: - Removing the waiting period for SSP. - Removing the Lower Earnings Limit. This will support employees who do not have immediate access to sick pay. Employers and employees can participate in the consultation by visiting: https://ow.ly/xeoj50UbH6b | Department for Work and Pensions - DWP

Statutory sick pay is dangerously low. At just £116.75 per week, many people are forced to keep working even if their body can’t handle it. With the employment rights bill returning to the commons this month, the Centre for Progressive Change is demanding a much needed uplift. | Politics JOE