Issue - meetings

The Human Resources Adviser introduced the report, which provided an overview of the Human Resources statistics for Quarter 4 (January to March 2026). It was noted that most of the key areas within the report had already been addressed under earlier items on the agenda, but reference was made to the positive increase in successful appointments and the growth and accomplishments of East Herts Unity.

The Chair thanked officers for the report.

Members queried the inclusion of a ‘target’ of three work-related accidents and incidents for the 2025/2026 year. They were advised that this figure was intended as a projection and was not an anticipated or desired outcome. The Health and Safety Officer confirmed that the target would be removed.

Members referred to the Health and Safety Committee Minutes at page 79 of the report and reiterated their concerns regarding the structural safety of the Gascoyne Way multi-storey car park, requesting that the matter be escalated.

Members were advised that the issue was being taken seriously and would receive further attention at Leadership Team level. They were further informed that their concerns would be escalated to the Director for Communities and the Director for Regeneration, Customer and Commercial Services, with an update to be brought to the next Committee meeting. It was also agreed that an update regarding the Jackson Square car park would be provided, with assurance given that concerns relating to this facility had been passed to its management.

Members were advised that work to harmonise the dates of future Health and Safety Committee meetings with those of the Human Resources Committee was under consideration, with the aim of enabling the inclusion of more up-to-date Health and Safety Committee minutes on the Human Resources Committee agenda.

It was moved by Councillor Swainston and seconded by Councillor Connolly, that the recommendations, as detailed, be approved. After being put to the meeting and a vote taken, this motion was declared CARRIED.

RESOLVED – that the Human Resources Management report for Quarter 4 (January – March 2026) be considered and any comments provided to the Human Resources and Organisational Development Adviser regarding the content or formatting of the report.