Managing sickness and absence is one of the most challenging responsibilities you can face, and it’s a particular pressure at this time of year when winter illness, post-holiday fatigue, and recurring absence place extra strain on your teams.

Balancing legal compliance, including new UK Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) obligations, Fair Work Agency, employee wellbeing and business needs can be difficult without the right approach, especially when dealing with complex or ongoing absence.

To support you, our Supplier Member, Citation, is hosting a FREE webinar offering practical, expert guidance on managing sickness absence effectively, navigating SSP rules, and understanding Fair Work Agency guidance, helping you reduce risk while keeping your people and your business protected.

Webinar: Employment Rights Act: Managing sickness ahead of the SSP changes

Date: 10 February 2026
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am

Join Citation’s expert speaker as they explain the key steps you should take to protect both your people and your business, including:

• What a robust absence reporting process looks like
• How to conduct return-to-work interviews that genuinely add value
• Using fit notes, identifying absence trends and knowing when to escalate
• Your legal duties around SSP, documentation and fair handling

REGISTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/59yayets

Citation’s HR, Employment Law and Health & Safety experts support businesses across the UK with watertight documentation, manager training, and 24/7 advice. Call Citation on 0345 844 1111 or click the link here to learn more. Don’t forget to mention British Franchise Association to access your preferential rates.