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Hi, Recent ADHD adult diagnosis. employer is requesting a copy of the diagnosis. Is this legal?
Hello, I've recently been diagnosed as an adult with ADHD and my employer is requesting a copy of the diagnosis. I didn't mind sharing my news especially as I had reached out to ask for some external support and have nothing to hide but feel its a little intrusive asking for a copy of it, am I legally obliged to do this?…
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Employment Tribunal
I got offered and accepted a part time job. I worked 1 day, then I was told to not come to work as he was going on holiday for 2 weeks. I then went back to work for another week. I only got paid for the days I worked. Then I had a text to say don't come to work as I need the desk, then another text the same week to say I'm…
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My choices
Hi. I was in an acute mental health ward for 12 weeks last autumn. I have schizophrenia and psychosis. I had an appointment with a careers advisor on Friday. I have chosen a career in animal care. I am waiting for a job centre interview in the next couple of weeks which is work focused. I'm really anxious as I need to…
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On LCWRA - Can I go back to work full time
I recently was awarded LCWRA but cannot afford not to work as rent is more than my Housing Benefit and I have a lot of debt. I might be offered a role full time permanent but I’m concerned if I cannot cope with it (I’m on meds for anxiety and stress etc). Never claimed before, so all new to me. Will they take the LCWRA…
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E.s.a help
Hi can anyone tell me how many hours I can work without losing my ESA? Or is it that they would take someone off it and put you on UC?
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Less challenging role at employer?
Does anyone have experience/knowledge of requesting a different/less challenging role at work as a reasonable adjustment and could you tell me of any Pros/Cons you encountered.
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HSD/HEDS and problems at work
I have HSD/HEDS. Does anyone else have problems at work. For the past year or so I have been allowed to take two breaks while at work. The first one for half an hour to take my various medications and rest, and the second one for approximately 15 minutes so I can take my Oramorph and sit/rest. I am not and don’t expect to…
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FATHER LOOKING FOR ABA TUTOR
ABA Tutor Job Advert Are you looking for a fresh challenge? Do you like working with children with challenging behaviour. Are you compassionate, organised, intuitive resilient, calm and committed? Do you have experience supporting children with? • Autism • Communication difficulties • Complex Learning Needs Do you have…
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Employer moved me into a dept where I can not do a role
Hi all hope everyone is ok . Im seeking advice as I was doing a job at work that I could do and perform well in an area that met my needs . i have permanent restrictions in work put in place by occupational health and my supervisors in the area and trade union reps in the area know the score with me. the department I was…
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Reasonable adjustements
Hi all, I am new here and wondering if anyone has any advice around my problem. I have long Covid, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome and fibromyalgia. All diagnosed after covid. I have managed to stay in work since my infection of Covid, but went off sick in July 2023. Just returned to work last week on a phased…
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Clarification on NHS Early Ill Health Retirement Rights
I am a nurse who has been qualified for just over 25 years. I have been diagnosed with Bipolar Affective Disorder for many years, and been catastrophically impaired due to Post Covid Syndrome. I have been on Long Term Sickness since 08/09/2023. I am a RCN Union member, but I can’t seem to get clarity from them on this…
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How can you earn money when you are not mobile?
Hi, just wondering if anyone have any ideas. I am off work as I am not able to walk because of bad knee, still not diagnosed, don't know what really is happening. Our financial situation because of that is really bad. I was always working, was very active and energetic person, and suddenly I cannot do anything. Now sitting…
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Hi, my name is jimsell! Can I still work in the future if I take ill health retirement now?
Looking for some advice on ill health retirement.
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Hello, looking for sickness advice
Hi, I've recently been diagnosed with a registered disability and am surprised how difficult it is to find out information with regards to employment rules. I'm struggling to find anything relating to whether or not my employer has to pay me my full salary when I'm unable to work. Could anyone help me out here.
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Can they dismiss me without following their policy?
Hello, I’m currently working for a local authority in the UK in the support and safeguarding team. 6 month probation is due to end first week of February. I returned from Christmas to be told I’ve got a performance plan meeting. I informed them when accepting the role I have a thyroid condition and spoke with OH. My…
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Policy Change at work
Hello, My husband suffers anxiety which affects him physically in a number of ways. He actually had a complete mental breakdown in 2018 and has been medicated ever since. In 2021 we relocated, but my husband would only do this if he could continue in the same job as he struggles with change. Fortunately or unfortunately,…
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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…
