Decision details

*RESOLVED –

1.   That the member development, support and parental leave policy be approved and implemented.

2.   That the member development, support and parental leave policy be reviewed every four years to coincide with the findings of the independent remuneration panel and approval of the members allowance scheme.

3.   That authority be delegated to the Cabinet Member for Governance to approve minor amendments to the member development, support and parental leave policy in between formal review periods.

REASON FOR DECISIONS

This policy sets out Chesterfield Borough Council’s commitment to providing support and development opportunities for elected members. Improved support and development can contribute towards increasing the diversity of experience, age, gender and background of the Council’s members. It will also assist with retaining experienced members and making public office more accessible to individuals who might otherwise feel excluded from it.