Decision details

1. To adopt an amended sickness absence policy that removes the current arrangement whereby sickness absence isn’t paid for the first two days.

2. That where a professional membership must be in place legally / professionally to undertake a role, that from 1 April 2024, the Council covers the associated cost of that membership.

1. Not to amend the policy. This would leave Boston BC at a recruitment disadvantage and employees of the Council would be disadvantaged on this key policy area when compared to the Partnership Councils.

2. Not to cover the costs. These are costs essential to perform a role and as such should be paid by the Council.