Issue - meetings

The Head of People and Property Services submitted a report on the Policy Development Plan for 2014/15.  A list of policies which required revision, their progress and reasons for change were set out in the report as now submitted.  The Head of People and Property Services referred to a new policy which was being developed around the carer’s role following feedback from the Health and Wellbeing Panel.  It was noted that negotiations were continuing with Unison in regard to the Redeployment, Expenses and the Retirement Policies.

In response to a query from Councillor P Ruffles, the Head of People and Property Services explained the principles underpinning the Professional Career and Vocational Study Policy which had been developed to help staff in supporting their career development.

The Committee approved the report.

RESOLVED - that the Policy Development Plan, as now submitted, be approved.