Written Question · S1W-11848 · Session 1
What steps it is taking to encourage flexible working practices in the NHSiS which would allow doctors, nurses and ancillary staff to combi…
The question
To ask the Scottish Executive what steps it is taking to encourage flexible working practices in the NHSiS which would allow doctors, nurses and ancillary staff to combine work with caring responsibilities.
The answer
Our National Health: A Plan for Action, a Plan for Change makes clear that all NHS employers will be required to meet or exceed best practice guidance on family-friendly policies as part of the new Staff Governance Standard. To help employers, guidance on family-friendly policies will issue in the New Year, and will address issues such as flexible working; childcare; breastfeeding and career breaks. The guidance will apply to all staff in NHS Scotland.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S1W-11848 by reference.