UK - what are the possibilities of getting the sack for being on the sick ?

On the 21 November I was rush into A&E with dysphagia (can't swallow liquids or solids) A c.t. scan showed that I had a lump between my esophagus and arota. Its the 1st Feb and I am still in the diagnostic period. I was told that I might have to go for major surgery or chemotherapy. I have been off work for about two months now with hospital certificates and doctor's certificates. I have been employed by my company for 8 years and haven't received a warning within that time period. Had to see the company doctor two weeks ago and he said I was unfit for work because my food intake is minimal. I might be possibly be off for another six or seven weeks. Can my employer give me the sack for being off so long.

gail

It would be highly unlikely that you would get the sack.
You must keep your employer informed on a regular basis and still act like you are employed. ask what the company procedure is and stick to it.
No one can be expected to be loyal to a company for the whole of their working life and not fall ill Your illness is not your fault and could have happened to anyone. After eight years service i would expect your employer to do everything they can to support you throughout this difficult period.
Good Luck and i wish you a speedy recovery.

tattie_herbert

At my place of work.....
You would be contacted by the personnel manager.
After a period of one month you would be required to see a doctor contracted by the company.
On his findings you would either return to work on light duties or face dismissal or they would place you on the long term sick list and contact you at a later date.
Don't worry.
Make sure your company is updated regularly about your condition, there is nothing worse than not knowing what is going on!

bud

No, you definitely can`t be sacked for being off sick as long as you have a sick note from either your Doctor or the hospital, it used to be 2 years you could be off sick for before the company will have a meeting with you and see if there is a way to solve the situation, they have a right to cease your employment then but if they do they will have to pay you redundancy and most don`t want to do that.

Marie111

My father was off for over a year before he was bothered by his employers.

If you did get dismissed because you are ill, you may be able to complain to an employment tribunal. You have to raise a grievance first.

Here is all the info you need about sickness and employment. You can also contact your local Citizens' Advice Bureau (You will find their number and address in the phone book) if you need further help:

http://www.adviceguide.org.uk/index/life/employment/off_work_because_of_sickness.htm

All the best. Try not to worry. Just concentrate on getting better.

BabyBlondePrincess

Possibly.
It depends on your contract you have.
Because you are legit, I think he doesn't have to pay you, but has to have a job waiting for you when you are well enough to work again.
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