Before 6 April 2026, an employee earning below the Lower Earnings LimitThe minimum weekly earnings threshold that used to decide whether you qualified for Statutory Sick Pay at all. It was removed from 6 April 2026, so your earnings no longer affect whether you qualify, ... got no Statutory Sick PayA minimum payment your employer must make if you are off sick for four or more consecutive days and you meet the eligibility criteria. It is paid by your employer for up to 28 weeks and is significant... at all. That threshold is now gone, so earnings only affect how much you get, not whether you qualify.