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Member
Speaking in the House of Lords on 13 May 2025
Debate
Employment Rights BillContribution
As the legislation stands, with more workers potentially qualifying for SSP from day one of illness, businesses will likely face an increase in short-term absences. This will require employers to adjust shifts at the last minute, possibly without the certainty of knowing when SSP applies, which leads to a direct conflict between the two approaches.
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