Issue - meetings
Workplace Strategy
Meeting: 15/09/2021 - Cabinet (Item 35)
35 Workplace Strategy 
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Report of the Deputy Chief Executive enclosed.
Additional documents:
- Appendix 1 for Workplace Strategy, item 35
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- Appendix 2 for Workplace Strategy, item 35
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- Appendix 3 for Workplace Strategy, item 35
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Decision:
Decision made
That the Workplace Strategy is approved and progressed to support the future efficient operation of the organisation.
Minutes:
The Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member (Strategy and Reform) presented a report of the Deputy Chief Executive requesting approval for the Workplace Strategy 2021-24.
Arising from questions from members regarding balancing flexibility with consistency, the Chief Executive gave assurances that the needs of the service would be prioritised.
Decision made
That the Workplace Strategy be approved and progressed to support the future efficient operation of the organisation.
Reasons for decision
To realise the social, economic, and environmental benefits of new ways of working in line with the changing operating context and workforce expectations.
Alternative options considered and rejected
To revert back to pre-Covid-19 working practices. This option has been rejected based on the opportunities presented to modernise our approach and in line with feedback from staff.