Decision
Analysis
outcome: The Recruitment and Selection Policy was amended to include paragraphs outlining initiatives to target particular groups and clarify recruitment processes.
summary: The decision at stake is the amendment of the Recruitment and Selection Policy to include initiatives targeting ex-offenders and addressing barriers in the recruitment process.
topline: The Council has decided to amend the Recruitment and Selection Policy to include initiatives targeting ex-offenders and addressing recruitment barriers.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves the employment of ex-offenders, which could be a sensitive topic for some stakeholders.
affected_stakeholders: ["Council employees", "Ex-offenders", "Government agencies"]
contentiousness_score: 5
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties influencing the decision.
URL: https://democracy.broxtowe.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2150
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose: To make amendments to the Council's Recruitment and Selection Policy.
Content: The Council has been working closely with HMP Ranby, exploring initiatives on the employability of ex-offenders and reintegrating them into society and the workplace. It was stated that the Council understood its role within the County as a large employer and its duty to work with other agencies and Government departments to play a part in proactively engaging with ex-offenders who may have appropriate skills that could be utilised across the workforce. The Recruitment and Selection Policy was to be amended to include a paragraph outlining that the Council reserved the right to explore employment initiatives to target particular groups who may experience barriers during recruitment processes. RESOLVED that the Recruitment and Selection Policy be amended to include paragraphs outlining initiatives to target particular groups who may experience barriers during recruitment processes, explanation of the process for the recruitment of Assistant Directors and above and clarification regarding starting salary for roles. Reason This is in accordance with the Council’s aim to invest in our towns and people.
Date of Decision: July 1, 2025