Learn how to measure sickness absence, the main components of an absence policy, and how to address short- and long-term absence in an organisation.
Employees may need time off for a variety of reasons, from short-term sickness to longer-term health issues. An effective absence management framework should support employees' health needs while providing clear and consistent guidance to avoid unauthorised absence or inappropriate use of sick pay schemes.
This factsheet takes a closer look at sickness absence, the reasons for it, and its implications for organisations.
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Watch this on-demand webinar to explore the findings of the 2026 CIPD HR Practices in Ireland report and what they reveal about change, leadership and the evolving strategic role of HR.
The annual HR practices in Ireland survey helps you to keep your finger on the pulse of what’s happening in the profession and facilitates benchmarking to improve practices and impact
Read the findingsPractical advice and guiding principles for effective support
Explores the benefits of flexible working, the types of arrangements commonly used and gives practical tips on implementing flexible working practices
Discover what PESTLE means, how it influences your organisation, plus a downloadable template
Learn about the SWOT framework, the process of a SWOT analysis, and its advantages and disadvantages
Find out what's meant by fair pay, what pay information UK employers must disclose by law and the opportunities pay narratives bring.