{"product_id":"absence-management-policy-sickness-absence-policy-uk-2026-edition","title":"Absence Management Policy \/ Sickness Absence Policy (UK) 2026 Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eManage employee sickness absence fairly, consistently and professionally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis professionally written Absence Management Policy, also suitable as a Sickness Absence Policy, provides UK employers with a clear framework for managing employee sickness absence, supporting employee wellbeing and maintaining operational continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated by a Master's qualified HR Specialist (CIPD Level 7 Accredited), this editable policy is designed for SMEs, hospitality businesses and growing organisations that need a structured approach to absence management without spending hours creating policies from scratch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe policy outlines sickness reporting procedures, evidence requirements, sick pay guidance, return to work processes and long-term absence management, helping employers apply a fair and consistent approach across their workforce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Absence Management Policy (2026 Edition)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Fully editable Microsoft Word document\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Ready to use professional policy framework\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Suitable for SMEs and growing organisations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe policy covers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Sickness absence reporting procedures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Self-certification and fit note requirements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) guidance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Company sick pay considerations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Keeping in touch during absence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Return to work discussions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Phased returns to work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Long-term sickness absence management\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Attendance review processes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Data protection and confidentiality requirements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Policy?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSave Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid creating absence management policies from scratch. 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