Statutory Sick Pay scheme advice for employers

Got a question about Ireland’s Statutory Sick Pay scheme? Speak to an Employers Direct expert today.

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Get the facts on the Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) scheme in Ireland

The Statutory Sick Pay scheme aims to provide a minimum level of protection to low-paid employees who have no access to an employer’s sick pay scheme. It does, however, also apply to all employees, and it’ll have a major impact on employers, too. Luckily, Employers Direct experts know the SSP scheme inside out, meaning you get comprehensive advice that will set you on the right path.

Answers to your most pressing SSP questions

Our experts can provide answers to all SSP questions, including:
- What is statutory sick pay in Ireland?
- What the SSP scheme means for employers?
- What obligations does the scheme place on employers?
- What can employers do to prepare?
…and much more. Speak to a HR expert for free today to have your SSP questions answered.

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We help employers stay on top of the Statutory Sick Pay scheme

Thousands of employers contact us each day about the Statutory Sick Pay scheme. We’re glad they do too, as the scheme means that employers will have a statutory obligation to pay employees who become sick and are absent from work as a result.

The advice we provide on the SSP scheme follows Workplace Relations Commission Codes (WRC) of Practice, you can be confident you’re acting within Irish employment law.

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