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The Absence Letter For Work is a crucial document in the Maltese employment context, required whenever an employee needs to formally notify their employer of an upcoming or ongoing absence from work. This document is governed by the Employment and Industrial Relations Act (EIRA) and various subsidiary legislation in Malta, which set specific requirements for absence notification and documentation. The letter typically includes essential information such as the duration of absence, reason, return date, and work handover arrangements. It serves multiple purposes: maintaining clear communication between employee and employer, ensuring legal compliance, facilitating proper work coverage, and creating a documented record of the absence. The format and content may vary depending on the type of absence (such as sick leave, personal leave, or other statutory leave) and specific company policies, but must always align with Maltese employment law requirements.

1. Date and Location: Current date and place of writing

2. Recipient Details: Employer's name, title, company name and address

3. Subject Line: Clear indication that this is an absence notification

4. Salutation: Formal greeting to the appropriate person

5. Absence Information: Specific dates of absence and return date

6. Reason for Absence: Brief explanation of the reason for absence

7. Contact Information: How to reach the employee during the absence if necessary

8. Handover Details: Status of current work and arrangements made for coverage

9. Closing: Professional closing statement

10. Signature Block: Full name, position, and signature