Decision

Policy Review Quarter 3

Decision Maker: Personnel Committee

Outcome: Recommendations approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: February 2, 2026

Purpose: 1.1 This report sets out the policies reviewed in Quarter 3 2025/26 as part of the Council’s rolling HR policy review programme. The purpose is to ensure that all employment-related policies remain up to date, legally compliant, and aligned with best practice, organisational needs, and the Council’s objectives and values.

Content: That the Personnel Committee approve the revisions to the following policies (set out in Appendices A–C), subject to staff consultation.  

Supporting Documents

HR Policy Reviews Report Q3 2025 26 Personnel.pdf
Appendix A - Award Recognition Policy 2026.pdf
Appendix B - Paternity Leave Policy from 1 April 2026.pdf
Appendix C - Performance Management Policy.pdf
Appendix D - Equality Impact Assessment form Award and Recognition Policy docx.pdf
Appendix F - Equality Impact Assessment form for Performance Management Policy.pdf
Appendix E - Equality Impact Assessment Form Paternity Leave docx.pdf

Related Meeting

Personnel Committee - Monday, 2 February 2026 - 7.00 pm on February 2, 2026