Did You Know? Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Rules SMEs Must Follow
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Did You Know? Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) Rules SMEs Must Follow
Did you know that Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) in the UK must be paid to eligible employees from the 4th consecutive day of sickness absence? Many SMEs mistakenly believe it starts immediately or after a week, but not following the correct process can lead to legal risks.
SSP is currently £116.75 per week (2025–26 rates to be confirmed), and employers must have clear absence and sickness procedures in place.
Matthew Chilcott, FCIPD, says:
“A clear absence management policy, backed by proper documentation such as return-to-work forms, protects both the employer and employee. We support SMEs in creating compliant policies that reduce absence-related disputes.”
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