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Absence management

Managing absence effectively is a core part of fair, consistent people management. Employers must balance operational needs with employee rights, while complying with statutory requirements around sickness absence, family‑related leave and time off.

 

This page brings together Brightmine® UK guidance, tools and resources on absence management, covering both planned and unplanned absence. The content is designed to help HR teams understand their legal obligations, apply absence procedures fairly, and respond appropriately when absence becomes a concern.

 

Clear processes, accurate records and consistent decision‑making are essential when managing absence. Getting this wrong can expose organisations to legal risk, employee relations issues and wider workforce disruption.

  • Managing sickness absence: Tools HR professionals rely on

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    Managing sickness absence: Tools HR professionals rely on

    Managing sickness absence relies on more than return‑to‑work meetings alone. Drawing on insights from HR professionals, this article explores the practical tools organisations use to manage absence effectively, including informal conversations, wellbeing initiatives, occupational health support and absence triggers, and why consistency alongside flexibility is key.

Browse our full library of absence management resources
Guides – How to

Managing cover for long-term sickness absence

Learn how to plan effective cover during long‑term sickness absence, with expert advice on staffing solutions, communication and …
Tools & templates

Letter to employee who is suspected of taking unauthorised absence

A practical model letter for situations where an employee does not turn up for work and fails to …

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