Legal Q&A: Should elective medical procedures qualify for sick leave?

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PersonnelToday.com

If surgery has left an employee disabled then employers must be mindful of the requirements under the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) to make reasonable adjustments so that the disabled employee can return to work.

Employees undergoing transgender surgery are protected by specific legislation. They must not be treated any less favourably on account of the surgery. Employers also have a duty to ensure that the employee concerned does not suffer harassment on their return to work.