Standard

Flexible Chemo Leave

Is this considered a reasonable adjustment under UK Law?

Overview

Time off for treatment is disability leave.

For Employees

Chemo dates change. Ask for this to be recorded as "Disability Leave" not generic "Sick Leave" so it doesn't trigger disciplinary thresholds.

For Employers

Do not count cancer treatment towards widespread absence triggers. This is a protected characteristic. Be maximally flexible.

Key Considerations

Disability discrimination if penalized.
Phased return after.

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