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Up for redundancy can I refuse to go for one of the new roles
I've been told that my team is being reduced. The consultation starts end of January, so I am unsure how many roles there will be. I'm deaf, suffering Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and had depression in the past. I now work part-time and had to have time off sick last year. I'm under the ME clinic and also got pre-diabetes.…
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Hi, my name is InMySights! Husband has cancer, I need to know his position and rights at work
My husband has cancer and I need to fully understand his position and rights at work.
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Family has been speaking behind my back while I was unemployed
6 months ago, I had to leave my job due to how badly my disabilities were effecting me. This was a difficult decision, but for the past 6 months I have been job searching everyday for a job that would be more suitable for my needs due to my disability. Ideally, I need a job where I could work remotely if I were having…
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Long term Sick leave/unfit to work. What happens now?
I work for Immigration Enforcement and have done so for the last 29 years. I was diagnosed with Menieres Disease 14 years ago and have managed it and got on with it Things last year drastically changed i was having more attacks hearing was getting worse, stressed, depressed had a breakdown ... i have been on sick leave…
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Employer dismissal
has anyone been through the procedure at their work where your employer dismisses you because you can’t do your job anymore. I’ve looked at the guidance on the ACAS website, and it isn’t very detailed, and it just says in summary “negotiate as much as possible and try adjustments first.” If it has happened to anyone I’d be…
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managing anxiety + complex trauma by engaging potential freelance clients?
lol i'm back posting in the employment section woop woop i've finally managed to settle on a plan as on what to do. i'm hoping to move into freelance editing and other related things (being vague for privacy). I'd be curious to know if there's anyone on here who managed to start freelancing and could overcome the anxiety…
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Reasonable adjustments in place but emolpoyer give 24 hours notice to go new location without themn
I have had reasonable adjustments in place for over 9 years that work well. However, the current rented building by the employer has had lift break downs resulting in me and others not being able to get to our desk. Employer stated they would pay as normal while not able to get there however this is not the case we have…
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permitted work, esa, averaging hours
I have the opportunity to do some work. Its 6 hours a week, for a ten week term, with 3 terms a year. The payment per hour would put me just over the permitted work allowance, is it possible I could get it averaged out as i would only be working 30 weeks a year and that would put me far under the allowance? The company are…
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Nuerodiverse
Hi All Hope everyone has had a great Christmas. I would like to know if anyone who is part of this group has experienced trying to get physical support to become Self Employed? I have ADHD and a list of how to setup doesn't help me I need to been shown. Processes especially new ones are difficult to retain and I am not…
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My 28 year old Daughter is keen to get a job.
My daughter has been volunteering for about 8 years in multiple places. She has a learning disability. Not bad. She is very well-behaved and wants to earn money. She has support workers and they take her to many of her appointments when I am not around. I work 2.5 hours away from home. I believe getting a paid job will…
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Hi, my name is Tfo98! recently dismissed for unprofessional conduct, awaiting ADHD assessment
Hi everyone, hope you’re all well! I thought I’d introduce myself after lurking for a while and finally making an account after some difficulty I’ve been having at work. I was recently dismissed for unprofessional conduct, I only have 15 months service so I’m unable to go for unfair dismissal. We’re appealing the dismissal…
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Making and selling crafts on Universal Credit.
Hi.. I am new here and just after some advice. I havent worked for a number of years due to mental and physical health problems along with insomnia. I was advised by a psychiatrist to take up a hobby to help with my mental health problems and I do enjoy crafting but it can be expensive. I used to sell some makes on…
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Hi, my name is Tigerstripes! I was told about the Access to Work scheme
I have been out of work since 2021 due to Long Covid, which in turn has affected my mental health considerably. I have and continue to struggle on a daily basis, both physically and mentally. I have asked my doctor and mental health nurse if retuning to work would aid in my recovery, both services were very reluctant and…
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Worried about what I'm going to do when my work and health program finishes next month
Hi, I was put on the work and health program last December by my work coach at my local job centre plus. I only found out when Iast saw my key worker that I will no longer be able to go for them for help and support with getting a job after the 6th of December as that's when I am no longer able to get their help and…
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Work and epilepsy
Hi,I'm wondering if you all have any suggestions of any jobs that actually hire people with epilepsy? I have recurrent clusters of seizures regularly with maybe a weeks worth of 'good days' a month and have just qualified for LCW meaning I have to do 'Work Related Activity' to prepare for going back into work in the…
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Working and ESA (new style)
Hello All 😊
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Retuning to work.
I would like to get myself a little part time job. I haven’t worked for a long long time and feel like this is the next step in my recovery. My fear/worry is doing so will stop my PIP and throw me straight into the deep end. I would like to manage my return back to work so I can ensure that I succeed. I receive the lower…
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Voluntary work. I feel like something just isn’t quite right.
I am a mature student and my background is 11 years in corporate, I wanted a career change and I am currently studying community, public health and social care degree and in my second year. I have been consistently applying for jobs in the social sector to gain experience and apply my gained knowledge to practice. I have…
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Employer refusing phased return to work
I have been diagnosed with breast cancer 2x. and had two lots of chemo, two surgerys, radiation treatment. I have, i feel been treated unfairly at work. I have previously had a reasonable adjustment put into place, but when i felt i know longer needed it - they have refused to remove it. It is to do with my job role - so…
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Hi, my name is Becky_Boop22! I am wanting a job that I can do from home.
Hi I am wanting a job that I can do from home , does anybody have any recommendations. I havnt worked for 12 years due to my disability . I have just the basic qualifications . I also struggle to use computers i just know the basics . I suffer low self esteem and no confidence. I have been wanting to do it for years as I…
