Debbie Kennedy: Everyone deserves a sick pay system that works

When it comes to the subject of Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), most people including Health Secretary Matt Hancock, would agree that it is too low to cover essential outgoings. For months, Mr Hancock has been trying to convince the Treasury to increase SSP so that more people can afford to self-isolate after experiencing Coronavirus symptoms. This has resulted in a pitiful rise of 50p to £96.35 a week, which is not enough to live on. Families depending on these income streams may struggle to make up the shortfall, proving that SSP is not fit for purpose if many people are forced to continue w...