Sick notes

If you’ve been off sick for more than 7 days

To request a sick note:

 

If you’ve been off sick for 7 days or less

If you’re off work sick for 7 days or less, your employer should not ask for medical evidence that you’ve been ill. In this instance please refer to your employer.  The GP does not provide a sick note for the first 7 days. 

Find out more about sick notes on the NHS website.