Why does work want a report from my GP or Specialist?

The most frequent question on my blog is about work and why a Manager is asking for a report from their own Doctor? 
Here I set out the reasons for doing so, the drawbacks of the report and an employees' rights under UK law.

• For more information have a look at my website and the blog that accompanies this podcast on Working Well Solutions.click here
• For information about the UK fit note click here 
• For a list of free advice from national agencies regarding workplace attendance click here

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