Use case
Absence and leave
Short, repeated absences or a leave request can raise questions about pay, entitlement and support. Getting the record right early avoids confusion later.
Example scenario. Not legal advice.
Guidance, not a decision. Review required where the matter could lead to formal action.
The manager's scenario
“An employee has had four short absences in three months. What should I do?”
Facts to gather
- Dates and reasons recorded for each absence
- Sick pay and leave terms in the employment contract
- Absence trigger points in your policy
- Whether a medical, caring or family reason has been mentioned
The role of company policy
Your absence policy defines reporting rules, return-to-work meetings and any trigger points. Tuarity shows which provisions apply so every employee is treated consistently.
The role of jurisdiction guidance
Statutory sick leave and leave entitlements differ between Ireland and the UK. Jurisdiction guidance highlights which rules may apply and what needs checking for your location.
Pause or escalate when
- The absence may relate to a disability or long-term condition
- The absence may relate to pregnancy, maternity or family leave
- You are considering a sanction or an occupational health referral
What Tuarity helps you prepare
- A return-to-work meeting guide
- An absence record note
- A summary of the policy provisions that apply
Every output is a draft for your review. You decide what happens next.
Tuarity for thoughtful managers
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See how Tuarity helps a manager move from a practical question to a policy-aware, reviewable next step.