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Version: 1.0.0 | Published: 13 Oct 2025 | Updated: 26 days ago

Fit Notes Issued by GP Practices

Dataset

Documentation

Description:
This collection of dataset contains computer generated fit notes (eMed3) and fit note episodes at Sub Integrated Care Board Location level. Includes details of diagnosis (ICD10 chapter), duration, advice given, number of episodes and incidence of duplicates. Data are aggregated by month and published quarterly.
Spatial Coverage:
England
Data Use Limitations:
NO RESTRICTION

Coverage

Spatial

Geographical Levels:
  • country
  • region

Temporal

Start Date:
01 December 2014
Frequency:
QUARTERLY

Provenance

Purpose:
The primary purpose of this dataset is to provide insights into the patterns and trends of fit note issuance across England. This information is valuable for understanding the prevalence of work-related health issues, informing public health policies, and supporting workforce planning and resource allocation.
Collection Situation:
ICB and Sub-ICB level

Access and Governance

Usage

Data Use Requirements:
NO REQUIREMENTS

Access

Data Controller:
NHS England

Format and Standards

Languages:
ENGLISH
Data Format:
  • Unstructured text
  • Database

Additional Information Governance

Confidentiality Risk:
Low risk
Availability Risk:
Low risk
Integrity Risk:
Low risk