Issue - meetings

The Human Resources Advisor introduced a report proposing updates to the Recruitment and Induction Policy and the General Leave Policy. These updates aim to strengthen the Council’s commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant and support progression towards achieving Silver Employment Recognition Status.

The Panel was advised that key amendments to the Recruitment and Induction Policy include:

·             The introduction of a guaranteed interview scheme for eligible applicants from the armed forces community

·             Updates to job titles following the Tier Review

·             Full integration of the Tribepad applicant tracking system

In relation to the General Leave Policy, the Panel noted that revisions include:

·             The incorporation of the new statutory Bereaved Partner’s Paternity Leave

·             An extension of paid leave eligibility to Cadet Force Adult Volunteers

The Chair thanked officers for their work in preparing the report, and the Panel echoed its appreciation for the comprehensive updates to both policies.

The Panel also acknowledged that East Herts had the third highest proportion of armed forces employees within the County, recognising the significance of this and the Council’s ongoing commitment to supporting the armed forces community.

It was moved by Councillor Daar and seconded by Lynne Mansaray that the recommendations, as detailed, be recommended to the Human Resources Committee for approval. After being put to the meeting and a vote taken, this motion was declared CARRIED.

RESOLVED – that (A) the Local Joint Panel to review and recommend that the Human Resources Committee approve the revised Recruitment and Induction Policy - (Appendix 1), and;

B) that the Local Joint Panel to review and recommend that the Human Resources Committee approve the revised General Leave Policy - (Appendix 2)