Bereavement Policy
I am writing to make a formal request for information under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2000. I would like to inquire about the existence of a bereavement policy within your organisation and if such a policy is present, I would appreciate details on whether you would be willing to share it with me. I am seeking this information as part of a research project to understand how different local authorities address the important matter of supporting their employees and their families during times of bereavement. Having access to your bereavement policy, if it exists, would greatly assist in this endeavour, and contribute to best practices in this area. Please provide the following information to the questions below or within the attached spreadsheet: Q1 Does your organisation have a formal bereavement policy in place? Q2 If you answered YES to Q1.What is the length of leave time granted? Q3 How much unpaid leave time does your organisation grant on compassionate grounds after a bereavement? Q4 Are you aware of Parental Bereavement Leave? Q5 If you answered YES to Q4. How much time is granted? Q6 Does your Organisation provide counselling support Q7 If you answered YES to Q5. How much time is granted? Q8 Sickness absence related to a miscarriage What is the length of time granted? If you answered YES to Q1, I kindly request a copy of your organisations bereavement policy or any relevant documents outlining the provisions and guidelines of the policy. If a formal bereavement policy does not exist, please provide any relevant information or guidance your organisation offers to support employees and their families during times of bereavement. If the policy exists and can be shared, please indicate if there are any conditions or restrictions on its dissemination, such as confidentiality or limited circulation. I understand that you are required to respond to Freedom of Information requests within 20 working days. If any aspect of this request poses a challenge or requires clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me. I would prefer to receive the information electronically via email. If that is not possible, please let me know the appropriate alternative format for receiving the requested information.