Issue - meetings

(Housing & Communities – Cllr. H Whitbread) - To note and agree The Domestic Abuse and Domestic Abuse  Workplace Policies – (C-043-2022-23).

The Cabinet noted and agreed The Domestic Abuse and Domestic Abuse  Workplace Policies.

The Housing and Communities Portfolio Holder introduced the report. She noted that as part of the work to achieve Domestic Abuse Housing Alliance (DAHA) Accreditation we have been working across services to develop our Domestic Abuse and Domestic Abuse Workplace Policies.  The Council believed that no person should live in fear of violence or abuse. These two policies set out our responses to both individuals and our workforce. They set out how we will provide support tailored to the needs of the individual. 

Decision:

The Cabinet noted and agreed The Domestic Abuse and Domestic Abuse Workplace Policies.

Reasons for Proposed Decision:

These two policies were essential in giving guidance to both staff and residents as to how we would endeavour to support those experiencing domestic abuse and evidence our commitment to end violence against women and girls in line with the government’s Violence against Women and Girls Strategy. The polices are also integral in our bid for DAHA accreditation.  They sit across the whole organisation, with specific procedures outlining how each team will implement these policies in practice.

Other Options for Action:

Not to agree the adoption the policies preventing a robust, consistent and transparent approach to tackling domestic abuse and supporting any members of staff who may be experiencing domestic abuse.