FYI I am UK based.
Last night I tested positive for covid with mild symptoms. I have texted my manager with photo evidence, telling them I wouldn't be able to work until I am negative with no symptoms.
My manager has asked me to come in to open tomorrow until my colleague arrived – this means I would be using public transport during peak times and work for 3 hrs.
So with government rules you can legally go out if you test positive, but on NHS it says to not work until you are negative on Day 5 and 6.
So a lot of cons here, like travel expenses not being covered and spreading the symptoms to others.
After talking with my partner and friends, I put my foot down and told my manager I won't go in until I am better.
But I can't help but feel guilt about calling out last minute and not being to help out. We are short staff and my colleague will be lone trading on short notice. I admit I do have an important role in my workplace so I do feel pressure for being responsible.
Is this a common thing to feel?