ERA Updates – SSP reform 2026: Survey results infographic
From April 2026, Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) rules are undergoing significant reform. To understand how organisations are preparing, we surveyed HR professionals across the UK. This infographic highlights key findings, including readiness levels, anticipated cost impacts, and how absence management processes may evolve.
Explore the key findings from our survey, including:
- Insights from UK HR professionals on how prepared organisations are for the new statutory sick pay (SSP) rules coming into effect in April 2026.
- Data‑driven findings on expected cost increases, anticipated changes in employee behaviour, and how absence management processes may need to adapt.
- A clear breakdown of key reforms, plus how organisations plan to update policies, triggers, and training.
Get the full survey results infographic. Understand exactly how UK employers are preparing, and what your organisation needs to do next.
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