Issue - meetings

Council considered a report of the Chief Executive presented by the Monitoring Officer relating to the appointment of a Member Champion for Neurodiversity.  The Neurodiversity Policy was approved by Council on 31^st July 2024 and created an environment where neurodiverse employees could thrive and contribute their unique perspectives and access the support and accommodations to fully participate in society.  The aim was to foster a culture of acceptance, understanding and equal opportunities for all members of the community.

Following a request from a Bolsover District Council Member it was proposed to create the Member Champion role and appoint a Member as a Neurodiversity Champion.  The role would work closely with the Council’s Human Resources Team to support the policy and ensure the focus of the policy was maintained.

Expressions of interest to volunteer for the Neurodiversity Champion Role were sought from Members with Councillors R Clarke and Hales confirming their interest prior to the meeting.

It was suggested by Members that both Councillors could share the role as was the case for another of the Member Development Champions.

An amendment to the recommendation was moved by Councillor Fritchley and seconded by Councillor Peake to appoint both Councillors to share the role

RESOLVED to agree the establishment of the Neurodiversity Champion Role

          and that Councillors R Clarke and Hales be appointed to share the role for the remainder of the Municipal Year.