Issue - meetings

Report of the Leader, Councillor Rowena Hay

RESOLVED THAT:

-       the updated Health, Safety and Well-being Policy – Statement of Intent (Part 1) and Responsibilities (Part 2) – is approved, and that Arrangements (Part 3) is currently under review, to be completed in Summer 2025, is noted.   

The Leader introduced the report, a legal requirement under the Health and Safety at Work Act, and evidence of how seriously the council takes the safety of staff, contractors and everyone affected by its work.  The review and refresh is needed now following the return of housing services to the council, with overall responsibility for health and safety moving from the Chief Executive to the Deputy Chief Executive. 

The revised document has three clear parts:  the first two -  the clear statement of intent and defined responsibilities across the organisation - are ready for approval, and the third – practical arrangement for how health and safety will be managed day to day – is still being finalised and will be completed later in the summer.  This is about embedding a strong safety culture across the council, making sure everyone knows their role, and is proactive in managing the risks. 

The policy has been shaped through consultation – staff, trades unions, and health and safety experts,  and reflects a shared commitment to keep people safe and well at work. .

There were no questions and no debate.

RESOLVED THAT:

-       the updated Health, Safety and Well-being Policy – Statement of Intent (Part 1) and Responsibilities (Part 2) – is approved, and that Arrangements (Part 3) is currently under review, to be completed in Summer 2025, is noted.