New Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) rules have been in force since April 2026, introducing important changes to how SSP is calculated, when it’s paid, and which workers are eligible.
For employers, these reforms may already be affecting sickness absence procedures and record-keeping, contractual sick pay schemes, fit note processes, and how they manage short and long-term absence.
Understanding these changes, and checking that existing policies reflect the new rules, is essential so you can protect your business and support your employees appropriately.
That’s why our Partner, Citation, has created a FREE guide to the new SSP rules from April 2026 – a clear, practical overview of what has changed, who’s affected, and the steps employers should be taking now.
Download now: HERE
This guide will help you:
Understand the key SSP rule changes now in force
Identify which employees and arrangements are affected
Check and update sickness absence and SSP policies
Reduce legal risk, costs and operational disruption
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