COVID-19 Resources For Employers And Sick Pay Changes

All employers will clearly be concerned about the impact on their staff and business of the COVID-19 outbreak. Employers will be formulating contingency plans to facilitate remote working where possible and to deal with possible resourcing and supply chain issues. Communication with staff on travel and absence policies along with advice on hygiene and support will be key.

Employers should ensure they are monitoring the government's daily updated advice; a list of all its relevant publications is here. Specific guidance for employers covers practical steps to take where individuals have returned to the workplace from other affected countries or have tested positive for the virus. At the time of writing, Public Health England is advising that returning travellers – even those without symptoms – self-isolate if returning from specified high risk zones, and those returning from other listed countries self-isolate if showing symptoms. Employers should also refer to Acas gu