Decision details

The Cabinet considered the report of the Head of Corporate Resources which provided details of the revised Corporate Health and Safety policy which had been reviewed to ensure that it reflected the operating arrangements in place and current legislation.

Decision Made: That

(1)      the Corporate Health and Safety Policy be approved; and

(2)      it be noted that the changes to the terms of reference of the Audit and Governance Committee, referred to in paragraph 2 of the report, will be submitted to the Committee and Council in due course.

Reasons for the Decision:

The Council has an existing Corporate Health and Safety Policy which in line with good practice has been reviewed to ensure that it reflects the operating arrangements in place and current legislation.

The Council’s Constitution outlines that the Cabinet has a strategic responsibility for employee related health and safety.

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected:

None considered.