The Committee considered a report by the Head of Organisational Development regarding the Relocation Package Policy (attached).

The Head of Organisational Development advised the committee that the Authority had a relocation package available previously, but that it had been suspended on the understanding that it could be reinstated in future if required.  It had been revised to meet current regulations, but would be presented to Work-force Matters for final sign-off if approved.  It would only be used as-and-when required in order to recruit specific staff, and would only be paid up-to the maximum allowable to cover relocation costs.

RESOLVED that the recommendations;

(a)  Members support the reintroduction of an updated Relocation Policy, and

(b)  Delegated power be given to the Chief Executive to designate posts to receive the allowance at particular times.

Be APPROVED.