Council Awarded with Gold Workplace Charter

Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council is delighted to be awarded with the Gold Workplace Charter, at the 6th ONUS Annual Awards Ceremony, which took place at the Canal Court Hotel, Newry.

 

The awards, which are delivered by specialist training agency Onus, are given to organisations who have demonstrated their commitment to support anyone affected by domestic violence or abuse.

 

Speaking about the Award, Councillor Brian Hanvey, Chairman of the Environmental Services Committee, said, “I am delighted that the Council has been awarded with the Gold Workplace Charter, which acknowledges the continuous commitment to supporting employees who may be affected by domestic violence.

 

“The Council works effectively in partnership with Onus to support both policymaking and good practice on domestic violence and abuse, and how it affects the workplace. We as an employer must undertake a duty of care role to help provide protection to our employees, emphasising to those in need that help and support is available.

 

“It must be remembered that domestic abuse isn’t just physical, it can include many other forms – emotional, sexual, verbal and financial; children within the family can also be affected, so it is vital that we do all we can to help reduce the levels of domestic violence and abuse”, concluded Councillor Hanvey.

 

In order to support any member of staff affected by domestic violence, the Council has trained line managers and appointed ‘trusted colleagues’ to give specialist advice. The Council also provides key information on specialist agencies who can help with domestic violence and abuse.