If you have been unable to work for more than 7 days (including weekends and bank holidays), you may need a Fit Note.

If you have not seen a GP about the problem and we do not have any medical information on your condition, you will need a GP appointment before a Fit Note can be issued. You can request this via our TOTAL DIGITAL TRIAGE SERVICE

If you have already seen a GP about the issue, or we have received a hospital letter relating to it, you can request a Fit Note directly through our TOTAL DIGITAL TRIAGE SERVICE

If you have been unwell for less than 7 days, you do not need a GP Fit Note. Your employer may ask you to complete a Self‑Certification (SC2) form, available from your employer or to download online. You do not need to see a GP to complete this.

Find out more about Self Certification

Please be aware that a GP may not always be able to issue a Fit Note based on the information provided. If you are currently under hospital care, your Fit Note may need to come from the hospital rather than the practice.

Our GPs are unable to provide “Fit to Return to Work” notes or letters, as these are not part of NHS‑funded services.

Medical Report for Employers

If your employer needs information about your health or readiness to return to work, a GP can provide a medical report.

Please note:

• Requests must come directly from the employer.
• We can only proceed with the patient’s written consent.
• As a private (non‑NHS) service, fees may apply.

Next Steps

If your employer requires a report, please ask them to contact the practice via letter, which should include your consent before any information is shared.

Find more information here