Issue - meetings

Report of Assistant Director of Human Resources

Purpose of report

To seek approval from the Accounts, Audit and Risk Committee on the proposed Security Policy for the Castle Quay office.

Recommendations

The Accounts, Audit and Risk Committee resolves:

1.1      To review and approve the Security at Castle Quay Offices Policy for implementation.

Resolved

(1)        That the Security at Castle Quay Offices Policy be approved for implementation.

The Assistant Director Human Resources submitted a report that outlined the new draft Security at Castle Quay Office policy. The policy set out the proposed response to any events occurring in or around the council office at Castle Quay and ensured compliance with current health and safety regulations along with the Terrorism Bill (Martyn’s Law).

In introducing the report, the Portfolio Holder for Corporate Services explained the policy had been drafted to reflect new legislation and good practice. It was expected that the policy would be rolled out to Council staff in early 2026.

In response to a question regarding the inclusion of committee meetings in the policy, the Health and Safety Manager agreed that procedures covering all public meetings or events the council holds would be added to the policy. Members were also assured that out of hours first aid was available at the council offices.

Resolved

(1)        That the Security at Castle Quay Offices Policy be approved for implementation.