Absence during annual leave

Employees are not expected to forfeit their leave entitlement if they fall ill while on annual leave, a public holiday, or a customary day.

If an employee falls ill on one of these days, they should notify their line manager as soon as they can, following the same sickness reporting process as if they were at work.

To reclaim any leave lost to sickness, the entire absence must be covered by a valid Fit Note. Self-certification will not be accepted for this purpose.

If an employee falls ill while abroad, they must provide alternative medical evidence. This can be a Fit Note from a local practitioner or proof of a medical insurance claim.