‘How will this get me back to work quicker?’: Readers fear plans to ‘scrap’ sick notes
- Posted on May 22, 2026
- By The Independent
- 0 Views
- 1 min read
‘How will this get me back to work quicker?’: Readers fear plans to ‘scrap’ sick notes
As the government trials sweeping changes to the fit note system – including replacing some GP-issued sick notes with referrals to work and health coaches – our community have shared fears that the reforms could leave seriously ill people without proper medical support while trying to stay in work
