Adoption Leave Policy

Adopted 03/03/2020 – Gainsborough Town Council INTRODUCTION This policy and guidance aims to assist employees who adopt a child and to allow them to be with the child for a settling in period MINIMUM STANDARDS The entitlement to adoption leave is up to a...

Paternity Leave Policy

Reviewed & Adopted – Gainsborough Town Council Introduction 1.1 Gainsborough Town Council recognises the need to balance family responsibilities with paid work. This policy is supported by a raft of similar policies to assist the work/life balance, such as:•...

Maternity Leave Policy

Reviewed & Adopted – Gainsborough Town Council Introduction 1.1 Gainsborough Town Council recognises the need to balance family responsibilities with paid work. We recognise the need for adequate maternity provision to provide pregnant employees with peace...

Councillor Vacancy (Co-option) Policy

Adopted by Council 8 January 2020 – Updated 1 December 2020 To be reviewed – (2021)Tom ClayTown Clerk Introduction1.1 For the purpose of openness and transparency, Gainsborough Town Council will endeavour to fill any vacancy (vacancies) at the earliest opportunity.1.2...

Councillor / Employee Protocol

Adopted 08/01/2020 – Gainsborough Town Council The conduct of Councillors and Officers/Employees should be such as to instil mutual confidence and trust. The key elements are recognition of and a respect for each other’s roles and responsibilities. These should...