Issue - meetings

To seek approval from Cabinet for the Health and Safety Policy, following a recent review and consideration by Policy Development Panel (report of the Assistant Director, Regulatory enclosed).

Consideration was given to the report of the Assistant Director – Regulatory which sought approval for the Health and Safety Policy.

The Portfolio Holder – Corporate, Governance and Communications presented the report.

DECISION:

That the Health and Safety Policy be approved.

(Other options considered:

·       None.  The Council has a legal obligation to provide a Health and Safety Policy.

Reasons for decision:

·       To ensure that Members were aware of the duties imposed on the Council by the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the requirement to maintain a Health and Safety Policy that was up to date, relevant and fit for purpose

·       That Members were informed of their responsibilities, and those of Officers, as set out within the Health and Safety Policy).