08 Jul 2026

Sick Pay 2026

£449

IDR's latest report provides you with a detailed picture of sick pay policies and health benefits. It includes information from 63 organisations across the UK to provide a detailed picture of occupational sick pay provision, including results by sector for each of the first five years of employment. It also provides an overview of employers’ approaches towards managing sickness absence.

As well as analysis of occupational sick pay, the report also looks at the extent to which employers are seeking to minimise sickness absence through their health benefits offering and occupational health support.

A key feature of the report is the comprehensive directory containing detailed summaries of the occupational sick pay policies in place at named organisations.

Expert commentary and analysis sets us apart from other large consulting firms. We also collect our own data, which means we are in an excellent position to comment on the key trends in pay and reward.

If you have any further questions about the research in this report, please contact the office on +44(0)1702 669549 or complete our contact us form.

The report is priced at £449, or £404 for participants and IDR subscribers.