United Kingdom: Coronavirus: Will I get sick pay?

Although the UK government is bringing forwards legislation to give sick pay from day one of absence, what happens when an employee refuses to come to work over fears concerning the coronavirus? Is this a disciplinary matter and are they entitled to pay or sick pay? According to the UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock, UK employers have been advised that “if staff are asked to self-isolate” they remain entitled to sick leave …

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