Morning gang as my treatment plan moves forward starting brachytherapy followed by radiotherapy how long would I expect to be off work on the dreaded SSP
Hi Mustardo
As far as I am aware you won't be off work for long - Brachy may cause you to have a few days off - my RT fractions were all evening sessions so I kept working so no issues there.
With my business head on SSP is not paid for the first 3 days of sickness and then your employer can pay you for 28 weeks as a maximum. If you meet the conditions it's £ 109.40 per week!!..
I hope this helps.
Best wishes - Brian.
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