- Date released: 15 August 2025
- Request Number: 202507024
- Release of information under: FOI
Information requested
I am writing to request information under the Freedom of Information Act 2000.
I would like to request copies of all current sick pay policies applicable to employees of your organisation. Specifically, I am seeking:
Copies of any documents, handbooks, or guidance outlining entitlement to sick pay (including occupational sick pay schemes).
Details of eligibility criteria, rates of pay, and duration of sick pay entitlement.
Any separate policies or variations that apply to different staff groups, grades, or types of employment (e.g., permanent, temporary, agency, or casual workers).
If the information is available in digital format, I would prefer to receive it electronically by email.
If you consider any part of this request to be exempt, please provide the remaining information along with a clear explanation of the reasons for any refusal.
Information released
We confirm that under s.1 of the FOIA, we hold the information relevant to your request. Please find attached the document titled “Sick Pay Entitlement Policy” which covers the sick pay entitlement for all permanent and fixed-term appointment (FTA) staff members.
Agency workers are only paid by ONR for the actual work undertaken, as such ONR does not pay for any sickness absences that they may take. However, they may be entitled to statutory sick pay, depending on their contractual arrangements with their agency.
Exemptions applied
N/A
PIT (Public Interest Test) if applicable
N/A