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DWP announces new legislation to grant powers to certify fit notes

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Published on: 13 June 2022

Published by LNB News

LNB News 13/06/2022

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Issue Date: 13 June 2022

Published Date: 13 June 2022

Jurisdiction(s): England, Scotland and Wales

Article summary

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced new legislation that will allow a wider range of healthcare professionals like occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and pharmacists to certify and issue 'fit notes'. The legislation will come into force from July 2022 and applies to general practice and hospital settings across England, Scotland, and Wales. According to the DWP, the legislation will ease pressures on doctors, whilst also simplifying the process of issuing and receiving a fit note which provides evidence to an employer regarding absence and may provide relevant advice on how to support employees to remain in or return to work.  The DWP has stated that this will allow patients to see the most relevant healthcare professional and have improved conversations about work and health.

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