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Entitlement to holiday pay while sick

A worker absent long-term on account of sickness is entitled to holiday pay, under the Working Time Regulations 1998, in respect of the period of employment despite his absence. However, he must give normal notice in good time before the ‘leave’ is due to begin.

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