JNC April 25th 2023 Menopause and Special Leave Policy

Renfrewshire Council · 25 April 2023
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Renfrewshire Joint Negotiating Committee for Teachers
To: Renfrewshire Joint Negotiating Committee for Teachers
On: April 25th, 2023
Menopause and Special Leave Policy.
Report by
Joint Secretary (Teachers’ Side)
Background
The Teachers’ side and trade unions in general have long campaigned for
menopause policies to be adopted within workplaces in recognition of the
particular challenges faced by some employees. 
The Teachers’ Side therefore welcomes Renfrewshire Council’s new
‘Supporting Menopause at Work’ policy in recognition that this phase in life
can pose challenges for many employees.  We commend all attempts to
support affected employees navigate some of the difficulties they may
experience.
The allocation of up to 5 days of paid special leave entitlement is welcomed,
as is and flexibility of approach contained in the policy. 
Action:
The Teachers’ Side is seeking discussion around the additional special paid
leave entitlement and its incorporation into JNC 16.    
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