I have a member of staff on long-term sick leave, can I furlough them?
Posted in : Seamus Says - Employment Law Discussion on 6 November 2020
Seamus McGranaghan
O'Reilly Stewart Solicitors
Seamus: Yes, the guidance provides the option for the employer to furlough someone that is in long-term sick leave. And there's a discretion for the employer to do that within the guidance.
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Seamus McGranaghan
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