Contractors and Bereavement Allowances

Fiver29

My mum passed away recently, and my brother took a week off work because he couldnt face going in.

He has now been told as a contractor he's not entitled to any pay for the week he was off.

Could anyone confirm if this is correct?

TIA

fengirl_2

As an employee he wouldn't be entitled to paid time off and a contractor has even fewer rights as he is effectively self employed.

SandC

Yes, unfortunately it probably is correct.

As was said above, you are not entitled to paid time off work even if you are a full time employee, but the majority of employers allow some compassionate leave, usually up to a week (but I know in my experience many people need longer and get a sick note from their doctor).

Fiver29

Thanks both I'll let him know.

McKneff

We at our place get three days paid but that is at company's discretion

Oldernotwiser

It would be very unusual to get as much as a week, even for a close relative; 3 days is far more normal.

SandC

Our place is a week.

Although anyone I've known since I've been here has had at least 3/4 on a sick note for a parent or suchlike passing away.

Fiver29

Thanks for the replies everyone

McKneff

sorry i should have said this before but i am sorry you lost your mum.
One of the saddest days of my life when i lost mine. Lost her 28 years ago and still shed a tear for her every now and again.. Just like now when i see a post like yours.
regards