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Going On Holiday When Signed Off Sick

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Tickytocky · 09/05/2024 20:35

AIBU to book a holiday when signed off sick from work ?

Huge backstory, but basically off sick with work related stress. Doctors note in place for 4 weeks. Desperately need a change of scene and some sunshine. Haven’t been off work for nearly 7 years. Haven’t had a holiday in 9 years not that that’s relevant (feels very relevant).

Would this be unreasonable of me ?

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Corinthiana · 09/05/2024 20:40

We had a colleague off with anxiety for months. She went on two holidays. People did talk.
It's probably ok, and not technically wrong, but you can see what it looks like.
It's not breaking any rules, but tread carefully.

BlueMum16 · 09/05/2024 20:40

Absolutely fine and will help you.

As PP said though colleagues may be annoyed to see/hear about it

DoreenonTill8 · 09/05/2024 20:37

I'm never sure, would you be open with your employer and colleagues knowing you're on holiday?

Whataweirdsituation · 09/05/2024 20:37

IMO it’s good for your mental health and would probs get you back into work faster. That being said, I wouldn’t be posting photos where colleagues can see/sharing that information far and wide.