Statutory sick pay is abysmal!!!!

[ihavehadenoughx]

This is more of a rant than anything really.

I recently had to take a week and a bit off work because I got written off due to physical problems. I’ve had a few days off in the past too so I don’t think I receive full sick pay anymore.

I usually earn 2000 a month but today have been paid just over 1200. I’m actually really really stressed about how I’m going to live as my rent/bills/food alone is £900.

Surely sick pay shouldn’t be this terrible?! I’m scared to ever be ill or sick in my life now it’s just abysmal

Get income protection

I totally agree. And it's stupid as it means people struggle into work and spread germs whilst barely functioning when they are unwell

I don't miss that side of working in the private sector. I think we get 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay in my organisation now. I rarely take even a day off sick but it is a good safety net

Surely sick pay shouldn’t be this terrible?! I’m scared to ever be ill or sick in my life now it’s just abysmal

Welcome to the world of worrying if your sick, broken body might mean you simply can't afford basic bills.

Be thankful if you're not chronically ill.