If you have been unwell for 7 days or fewer, you do not need to see a Doctor. You can complete a Self‑Certification Form yourself.

Some employers may still request a Doctor’s note. Please be aware that issuing a Doctor’s note in these circumstances is a private service and incurs a charge of £30.

Many employers provide their own self‑certification forms. If your employer does not have one, you can download the Self‑Certification Form (SC2) from the GOV.UK website. Please print it, complete it, and submit it directly to your employer. You do not need to see a Doctor.

If you have been unwell for more than 7 days, you will need a Doctor’s certificate, known as a Fit Note (Fitness to Work).

Please note that if you are requesting a new Fit Note (rather than an extension of an existing one), you will need to make an appointment with a Doctor.

Once completed, Fit Notes can be collected from Reception within 3 working days. Where appropriate, we are also able to email Fit Notes when they are ready.

If you have already been issued a Sick Note (Fit Note) for this illness, your Doctor may not need to see you to provide an additional Fit Note. 

Please be aware that Fit Notes can take up to 3 working days to be prepared before they are available for collection or emailed to you.

Fit Notes can be backdated, where clinically appropriate.