Stress at work
I am suffering from stress at work. I want to take a couple of days off as a result of this stress, as I am constantly tired, run down, irritated, and overworked. My question is, am I entitled to call in tomorrow, advising of this?
Do they have any comeback? i.e. can they force me to go through a medical (which I do not mind doing, of course.) Or could they reasonably dock my pay?I have been employed here for over three years full-time, with a very good record. I do not regularly take sick leave,and, have complained repeatedly that the work distrubition is unfair, have had this acknowledged (but nothing done about it.) I recently resigned and gave them double notice so as not to cause difficulties at what is a busy time of year. I have just over a month left, but the work is piling up, I have twice recently asked for a day off (hols)for various reasons & have been met with a no on both occasions. I am also moving house at the end of this month, and again my request for a reasonable period off (few days)was met with refusal as we're short staffed. I suggested a part-time arrangement after I left. This was initally conisdered, then this morning vetoed by a senior boss with whom I do not get on well with. A colleague has resigned today, and thus I can see further work coming my way whilst they find another (probably incompetent) temp. worker.
I just wanted to check in advance if the company might/could consider taking issue with the fact that I may call in tomorrow and request a day or two off for stress. Could anyone advise whether, given the circumstances above, I would be reasonably entitled to this? I have a good record here at the company, and feel I have been underappreciated, and that I am being taken advantage of when others are not doing their fair share. I have discussed this before. I believe it is now time for me to make a decision for myself.
Any advice on this genuinely appreciated.