Sintons Legal Seminar: Managing Sickness Absence

Date

23/04/2026

Time

10:00am - 12:00pm

Location

Online via Microsoft Teams.

Please make a note of the date and time of the event in your calendar, delegates will be sent an invitation to the Teams meeting nearer to the time. 

Point of Contact

Miriam Pedersen-Smith

Managing sickness absence effectively is essential for maintaining workforce productivity and organisational integrity, but the legal and procedural landscape can be complex. This session will provide clarity on key obligations and practical strategies to reduce risk and ensure compliance.

We’ll cover essential topics including:

  • Employment law essentials – understanding employee rights, managing absence fairly, and avoiding discrimination claims
  • Data protection obligations – GDPR compliance when handling medical and sensitive personal information
  • Effective absence management strategies – balancing organisational needs with employee wellbeing
  • Recent case law and best practice – lessons learned and actionable insights for HR and managers

Through real-world examples and practical guidance, you’ll gain the tools to strengthen governance, support staff appropriately, and minimise exposure to legal challenges.

Audience:
HR teams, line managers, procurement professionals, and legal advisors

Session is led by:
Alisa Hobson, Senior Associate, Sintons LLP

For queries, please contact:
events@noecpc.nhs.uk

T & C's

Please note, we will be testing the meeting link in advance of the actual live webinar, earlier on the same morning, to minimise any potential technical issues.  You will not need to join any earlier than 10am on the day.

This event is exclusively for NOE CPC and NHS LPP members. 

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