Approval of new joint harmonised people policies across Guildford Borough Council and Waverley Borough Council.

November 18, 2025 Joint Chief Executive (Officer) Approved View on council website
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Content

To implement 10 new joint, harmonised people
policies across Guildford Borough Council and Waverley Borough
Council as follows:

• Sickness Absence
• Disciplinary
• Grievance
• Capability
• Bullying and Harassment
• Family Friendly Leave
• Flexible Working
• Organisational Change
• Probation Management
• Redeployment

Reasons for the decision

Aligning the way we manage and support staff,
ensuring consistency and clarity for everyone.

Alternative options considered

To maintain separate policies for Waverley and
Guildford.

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date18 Nov 2025