The UK government is considering extended probation periods for workers returning from long-term sickness to encourage their hiring while mitigating employer risks of legal consequences.
The proposal aims to balance a system that allows businesses flexibility without undermining Labour's commitment to worker rights, including the pledge for full employment rights from the start.
Discussions highlight the delicate equilibrium needed to support businesses in hiring long-term sick workers, while acknowledging concerns from unions about extending probationary periods.
The plan reflects a similar approach in Ireland, where probation may last six months but extend under specific circumstances, indicating a cautious shift in employment policy.
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