Updated HR Policies

April 1, 2026 Chief Executive (Head of Paid Service) (Officer) Approved View on council website

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Summary

The Chief Executive (Head of Paid Service) approved updated HR policies on 01/04/2026. The Absence & Sickness Management Policy and Procedure and the Family Leave Policy were updated to comply with legislative changes. These policies will be implemented on 6th April 2026.

Full council record

Decision

Under Council delegation to the Head of Paid Service, the following HR policies have been updated in line with forthcoming legislative changes (Employment Rights Act) and this decision notice is to confirm their implementation on 6th April 2026.
• Absence & Sickness Management Policy and Procedure
• Family Leave Policy

Reasons for the decision

To ensure HR policies remain compliant.

Alternative options considered

n/a as legislative updates

Supporting Documents

BBC Decision Notice - HR Policies - Legislative Updates ERA 20260401.docx.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date1 Apr 2026