IHR

[woofwoof]

It is 34 weeks plus 1 week for each year of service (after 2 years) up to a maximum of 12 weeks.

Including annual leave it's upto a maximum of 52 weeks for IHR

[stodgy88]

A friend at a northern delivery office said that delivery staff who had shown a interest in VR where invited to a meeting and offered IHR ,but the people he knew were able bodied,now it sound a bit sketchy,,but friend very reliable and certain this happened .

[agassi_2]

Just an update. I've spoken to the Optima health doc this morning. He's recommending IHR with income support. I think it means with immediate benefits. I will let you know what the offer is when I get the figures. I've done 33 years plus I bought an extra 3 and a half years. I'm 57 and a half

[3nvys]

Just an update. I've spoken to the Optima health doc this morning. He's recommending IHR with income support. I think it means with immediate benefits. I will let you know what the offer is when I get the figures. I've done 33 years plus I bought an extra 3 and a half years. I'm 57 and a half

Hello, any chance you could let us know what the offer was in the end please?

[Sugar]

I got IHR earlier in the year with 20 years service.

That was made up of 12 weeks PILLION 34 weeks wages and some outstanding annual leave. All together I came out with £23,000 before any deductions.

It's not an easy decision to make especially if, like me, you still have quite a few years to go before retirement. But for me the reduction in physical and mental stress has been staggering and which I now know and accept was the best thing I could do for my long them health. We've made some significant changes to our finances which has given me some extra breathing space to repair my own health before looking for another job.

Because my payment pushed us over the maximum £16,000 limit for claiming universal credits I applied for contribution based ESA https://www.gov.uk/employment-support-a ... -youll-get" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; which comes out at £140 a fortnight. Not a lot but it's better than nothing and it all helps in the long run.

In the end it all comes down to the individuals circumstances and it does take time to think a decision like this over and come to the right decision for you. What I would say is to try and not put so much pressure on yourselves thinking solely on the financial side. We can all make a few small adjustments here and there to cut back on unnecessary expenditure which will help reduce the pressure a little more.

We are nothing without our health.

[k979aaa]

I got IHR earlier in the year with 20 years service.

That was made up of 12 weeks PILLION 34 weeks wages and some outstanding annual leave. All together I came out with £23,000 before any deductions.

It's not an easy decision to make especially if, like me, you still have quite a few years to go before retirement. But for me the reduction in physical and mental stress has been staggering and which I now know and accept was the best thing I could do for my long them health. We've made some significant changes to our finances which has given me some extra breathing space to repair my own health before looking for another job.

Because my payment pushed us over the maximum £16,000 limit for claiming universal credits I applied for contribution based ESA https://www.gov.uk/employment-support-a ... -youll-get" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; which comes out at £140 a fortnight. Not a lot but it's better than nothing and it all helps in the long run.

In the end it all comes down to the individuals circumstances and it does take time to think a decision like this over and come to the right decision for you. What I would say is to try and not put so much pressure on yourselves thinking solely on the financial side. We can all make a few small adjustments here and there to cut back on unnecessary expenditure which will help reduce the pressure a little more.

We are nothing without our health.

Well done most in work will not put their health before wealth but it should not have to be that way but with the bonus culture that is the way to abuse the staff below them.

[Bamfoo]

Hello,

I've been at Royal Mail for 2 years and 8 months. I've been off sick for 6 months due to having curvature of the spine and crushed discs. My operation has been delayed because of the Corona virus and work is now pushing for me to have IHR. Does anybody know what money I could expect to receive? I'm very worried as I can't work, I live in rented accommodation and I'm up to my eyeballs in debt. I'm worried I could be left homeless if I don't get at least 4 months pay.

Thanks for your help.

[Sugar]

I got IHR earlier in the year with 20 years service.

That was made up of 12 weeks PILLION 34 weeks wages and some outstanding annual leave. All together I came out with £23,000 before any deductions.

It's not an easy decision to make especially if, like me, you still have quite a few years to go before retirement. But for me the reduction in physical and mental stress has been staggering and which I now know and accept was the best thing I could do for my long them health. We've made some significant changes to our finances which has given me some extra breathing space to repair my own health before looking for another job.

Because my payment pushed us over the maximum £16,000 limit for claiming universal credits I applied for contribution based ESA https://www.gov.uk/employment-support-a ... -youll-get" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; which comes out at £140 a fortnight. Not a lot but it's better than nothing and it all helps in the long run.

In the end it all comes down to the individuals circumstances and it does take time to think a decision like this over and come to the right decision for you. What I would say is to try and not put so much pressure on yourselves thinking solely on the financial side. We can all make a few small adjustments here and there to cut back on unnecessary expenditure which will help reduce the pressure a little more.

We are nothing without our health.

Well done most in work will not put their health before wealth but it should not have to be that way but with the bonus culture that is the way to abuse the staff below them.

The bonus culture killed this company and those at the very top can't see it's costing the company even more in lost revenue due to the excessive sick leave it causes front-line staff through bullying harassment and excessive workloads forced onto them. One seriously backwards thinking company.

[Navalron]

I got IHR earlier in the year with 20 years service.

That was made up of 12 weeks PILLION 34 weeks wages and some outstanding annual leave. All together I came out with £23,000 before any deductions.

It's not an easy decision to make especially if, like me, you still have quite a few years to go before retirement. But for me the reduction in physical and mental stress has been staggering and which I now know and accept was the best thing I could do for my long them health. We've made some significant changes to our finances which has given me some extra breathing space to repair my own health before looking for another job.

Because my payment pushed us over the maximum £16,000 limit for claiming universal credits I applied for contribution based ESA https://www.gov.uk/employment-support-a ... -youll-get" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; which comes out at £140 a fortnight. Not a lot but it's better than nothing and it all helps in the long run.

In the end it all comes down to the individuals circumstances and it does take time to think a decision like this over and come to the right decision for you. What I would say is to try and not put so much pressure on yourselves thinking solely on the financial side. We can all make a few small adjustments here and there to cut back on unnecessary expenditure which will help reduce the pressure a little more.

We are nothing without our health.

Well done most in work will not put their health before wealth but it should not have to be that way but with the bonus culture that is the way to abuse the staff below them.

I'm ex RM but now work for DWP. YOU SHOULD PUT IN FOR PIP (Personal independence payment). Depending on your I'll health you could receive up to £158 per week on top of your esa which should go up to £110 per week after 12 weeks. Also if you get PIP it can qualify you and your partner ( even if their in or out of work) for extra benefits like carers allowance/ severe disablement alowance ect. Unfortunately due to civic we are not having any face to face examinations but phone asap as your claim starts from the day you contact us and if approved will be backdated. All the best.

[Sugar]

I'm ex RM but now work for DWP. YOU SHOULD PUT IN FOR PIP (Personal independence payment). Depending on your I'll health you could receive up to £158 per week on top of your esa which should go up to £110 per week after 12 weeks. Also if you get PIP it can qualify you and your partner ( even if their in or out of work) for extra benefits like carers allowance/ severe disablement alowance ect. Unfortunately due to civic we are not having any face to face examinations but phone asap as your claim starts from the day you contact us and if approved will be backdated. All the best.

Thanks for the advice mate. I looked it up and from what I could make out I wouldn't qualify as I can feed and cloth myself. ESA payment did go up as they put me in the support group as I can't currently work.

I will add I went for UC recently and that was horrendous, intrusive, stressful, constant talk/mention of sanctions and penalties, conflicting information, unhelpful maungy staff who throw their teddies out of the cot when you point out they'd made mistakes. The whole process felt like entrapment or to push you to the point that you'd had enough and just went out and got any job going to avoid dealing with them. Not what you need with mental health issues.

[goldy]

I have been off a while have a long term disability and basically not fit for a full delivery its somthing like 12 miles a day walking, have been classed as disabled by OHS and given indoor duties but basically they keep saying can you do delivery, Iam going through scoping now but still feel they are not listening. Might have to take IHR.

[Sugar]

I have been off a while have a long term disability and basically not fit for a full delivery its somthing like 12 miles a day walking, have been classed as disabled by OHS and given indoor duties but basically they keep saying can you do delivery, Iam going through scoping now but still feel they are not listening. Might have to take IHR.

By "they" do you mean managers asking if you can do a delivery?

If yes I'd contact HR and inform them that the managers aren't following what OHS have instructed and say you want to put in a grievance as this will make your condition worse. Worth speaking to your union rep as well. They should be pulling managers in to line for ignoring medical advice from OHS.

[goldy]

Yes Line Managers thanks I'll definitly keep the grievance in mind if you are unable to do delivery they either need to offer light duties or go back to OHS the trouble is the union guy keeps saying there is very little indoor work but apparently the place is in chaos.

[Sugar]

Yes Line Managers thanks I'll definitly keep the grievance in mind if you are unable to do delivery they either need to offer light duties or go back to OHS the trouble is the union guy keeps saying there is very little indoor work but apparently the place is in chaos.

Sounds like the union rep isn't up to the job. They should be working with you and management to find a way for you to work your hours within the scope of your disability. It falls under "reasonable adjustments" and all companies have to do it by law for those who are classed to have a disability. Ask to have the area rep involved or contact them yourself and explain the situation. Also might be worth asking for the health and safety rep to be involved because of medical advise from OHS being ignored.

Look at what's happening within the office and see if you can come up with a solution yourself then present that to management. That way you're being proactive and showing you to want work. If they keep coming up with excuses why it won't work then that shows them in a bad light not you and gives you evidence for later down the line if need be.

[goldy]

Yes Thanks, I think rep is not quite sure of my OHS plan
I'm going to get in touch, I have been pro active and made suggestions but they keep trying to come up with excuses for getting me on delivery. I'm going to contact union rep again.