Issue - meetings

The Committee considered and approved the recommendation of the Local Joint Panel held on 29 November 2017 on a revised Training and Development Policy.

RESOLVED – that the revised Training and Development Policy as now submitted, be approved.

(see Minute xxxx above)

The Secretary to the Employer’s Side submitted a report outlining a number of revisions to the current Training and Development Policy.  The Head of Human Resources and Organisational Development provided a summary of the key changes needed to ensure compliance with legislation and best practice. 

The Head of Human Resources and Organisational Development explained the changes to funding training and development  (partial or full) and why this was necessary having regard to the Council’s budget needs and the individual’s career development. 

The Head of Human Resources and Organisational Development explained the position in relation to the payment of Professional Fees and that where the Council did not pay them, these could be claimed directly via HMRC.

The Panel recommended to Human Resources Committee approval of the report, as now detailed.

RECOMMENDED– that the revised Training and Development Policy as now submitted, be approved.