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(i)       to note that
officers would take on board the feedback from Members in relation
to how data was presented in charts in future reports (for example,
using patterning as well as colour to differentiate, and checking
that data was clear in the charts);
(ii)       to approve the
updated Supporting Attendance and Wellbeing Policy in the Appendix
to replace the current version of the policy, which was approved in
2018, with an implementation date of 1 February 2026 to allow for
necessary training to be arranged, communications to be undertaken
and other administrative arrangements to be completed, with the
exception of Appendix 1 (Application of Supporting Attendance and
Wellbeing Policy to Teachers (SNCT and LNCT Provisions));
(iii)      to note that the Chief
Officer – People and Citizen Services would discuss Appendix
1 with Trade Unions, noting that any minor adjustments could be
made under delegated authority; and
(iv)      to request that the Chief
Officer – People and Citizen Services provide an update to
Members and Trade Union Advisers outwith the meeting on (a) the
changes made to Appendix 1 and (b) the outcome from the December
LNCT meeting as to whether the policy had been ratified.