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Can you be furloughed while on sick leave for work related stress?

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I am currently on sick leave (full pay as per company handbook) for work related stress. I have never been furloughed before can they decide to furlough me now and cut my wages to 80%? And what happens if I don't agree.

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  • Galloglass
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    Contract applies so whatever your handbook says (full pay) but they can offer furlough and get 80% back. 

    Have they offered less than 100%?
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  • gary83
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    nobody can be furloughed without their agreement, not being furloughed before Is no longer a barrier.
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