Who Qualifies for SSP?
If employees satisfy the following conditions, they will qualify for SSP: On the first day of sickness they must be aged between 16 and 65 (inclusive) They must have been sick for 4 or more consecutive calendar days. They must have average weekly earnings of at least the Lower Earnings Limit. They must not be employed on a specific short-term contract of 13 weeks or less. (Linking contracts should be taken into account.). Checks should always be made with the local Benefits Agency to ensure that no linking benefits have been paid. Note – There is no time limit an employee has to be working for you before they become eligible for SSP. If a new employee satisfies all the conditions, SSP would be due. Note – Employers / Contractors do not require medical evidence before paying SSP. If an employee satisfies all the conditions to receive SSP and the employer / contractor has no reason to doubt the incapacity, SSP can be paid without medical evidence.
