Issue - meetings

The Human Resources Adviser introduced the report seeking approval for revisions to the Recruitment and Induction Policy and the General Leave Policy, to reflect updated working practices and support the Council’s commitment to achieving silver status under the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.

Members’ attention was drawn to the key aspects of the report, including the introduction of a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for eligible applicants from the Armed Forces community, the incorporation of new statutory Bereaved Partner’s Paternity Leave, and the extension of paid leave eligibility to Cadet Force Adult Volunteers.

The Chair thanked officers for the report and welcomed the positive developments outlined within the policies.

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

RESOLVED – that (A) the revised Recruitment and Induction Policy - (Appendix 1) be approved; and

        (B) that the revised General Leave Policy - (Appendix 2) be approved.