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If you have recently been off work due to illness or injury, you may have come across terms such as fit to work note and fit note from GP. While these phrases are often used interchangeably, they refer to different documents and serve different purposes. Understanding the distinction can help employees and employers manage sickness absence and return-to-work processes correctly. In this guide, we explain the key differences between a fit to work note and a fit note from GP, when each is required, and how you can obtain one in the UK.