feeabacd_urces___The_University_of_York_for_sickness_absence_procedure_Role
[Title] Representative or companion [Role] 
The representative or companion may be either a Trade Union representative or work colleague. They will support and advise the employee, and may ask any questions or make any representations on behalf of the employee. They cannot answer questions that are directly put to the employee.
Managing ill-health and sickness absence - Human Resources - The University of York
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