Decision details

COUNCILLORS PARENTAL LEAVE POLICY REPORT

Decision Maker: Council

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

RESOLVED: That Council approves the Policy at Appendix A.

 

REASON FOR DECISION: There is presently no legal right to Parental (maternity, paternity or adoption) leave for Councillors.  Councils may approach this issue individually and this is one step that can be taken by this Council to demonstrate it is welcoming to all and be as inclusive / family friendly for Councillors as possible.

Report author: Jeanette Thompson

Publication date: 27/09/2021

Date of decision: 23/09/2021

Decided at meeting: 23/09/2021 - Council

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