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Originally Posted by Sirius
My doctor would not sign my passport application when i asked because he said it was not part of his job role, which was to cure people's illnesses. Sso why should he spend time filling out forms and writing letters to the benefit office.
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If he's willing to be paid for it (many doctors charge £20 for a signature in such matters) then I don't see why he won't do it.
In my day job if someone asked me to 'officiate' a pro wrestling match then of course I'd refuse. While at work (my main role) I'm there to do a job. But outside of those hours if someone wants to book me to ref a show then I'll do it, providing I get paid for it.
Doctors could easily do the same. Many of them have second jobs (private practices, consultancy work etc) so why don't they offer a 'signature' service as well? They can ensure they get paid for it (and not getting in to a debate about whether £20 is value for money for a scribble) so as far as I can see the only doctors who refuse to offer this are the ones who
don't want to.