Sick and unable to work benefits and support
Statutory Sick Pay
If you are an employee who is unable to work through sickness, your employer may be able to pay you Statutory Sick Pay for up to 28 weeks.
- Tell me about Statutory Sick Pay
- Might I qualify for Statutory Sick Pay?
- How do I claim Statutory Sick Pay?
- How much Statutory Sick Pay might I get?
'New Style' Employment and Support Allowance
If you are not working because you are sick or disabled you may be able to get Employment and Support Allowance. If appropriate, you will also receive support to help you get a suitable job.
Remember, some people might need to claim Universal Credit instead. If you need further advice please contact our Welfare Benefits Team
- Tell me about Employment and Support Allowance
- Might I qualify for Employment and Support Allowance?
- How do I claim Employment and Support Allowance?
- How much Employment and Support Allowance might I get?
Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit
If you are sick or disabled because of something that happened at your work, you may be able to get Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit
- Tell me about Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit
- Might I qualify for Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit?
- How do I claim Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit?
- How much Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit might I get?
NHS Low Income Scheme
NHS Low Income Scheme offers help with certain health costs including prescriptions, eye care, dental care and travel.
- Might I qualify for the NHS Low Income Scheme?
- How do I claim help through the NHS Low Income Scheme?
