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Why have HR asked me this and can I say no?

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Hrrrrhr · 03/03/2025 07:35

I started some medication recently. A side effect is drowsiness and on those occasions not driving. It’s supposed to settle over 8 weeks. I’ve therefore asked my employer whether I can work from home during this time. My job can completely be done from home and often is. I’ve been there a long time. They’re asking me if they can contact my gp and ask my gp a number of questions instead of going through occupational health as occupational health can take much longer (ie beyond the time I’m asking for to have the adjustment anyway). I’m not comfortable having direct questions sent to my gp as I’ve never heard of this before. I would prefer occupational health. Can anyone explain my rights? Thank you

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TheShadowOfTheWizard · 03/03/2025 07:37

Gp is allowed to answer if you give permission, you would be required to sign a form to say so, giving the doctor permission.

Ddakji · 03/03/2025 07:36

I’m no expert but I would be very surprised if your GP told them anything - haven’t they heard of patient confidentiality?

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