# Germany debates requiring sick note from day one of illness

The German government is considering a proposal that would require employees to provide a doctor's note from the first day they call in sick. Currently, workers only need a note after three days. The plan aims to reduce absenteeism but faces opposition from unions and some employers who argue it adds bureaucracy.

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## Sources

### World
- [BBC World](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4gyxnj38m1o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:56:30 GMT