Fit Note
/ˈfɪt nəʊt/
Definitions
- (n.) A medical statement issued by a healthcare professional indicating an individual's fitness or unfitness for work, often used for employment and social security purposes.
The employee submitted a fit note to justify their absence from work due to illness.
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- fit note
- fit notes
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Commentary
In legal contexts, fit notes serve as evidence of medical status affecting employment rights and benefits; precise terminology and compliance with statutory formats are crucial.
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