Trade union body the TUC has urged the government to provide support for workers who do not qualify for statutory sick pay in the wake of the coronavirus.
People on low incomes, zero-hours contracts and the self-employed are among those who may not qualify.
They might be tempted to attend work if no benefits were offered, said the TUC.
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) said Universal Credit might be available for those kept from work.
