GSP 11-21 Domestic Violence Policy
31/March/2021
Description
We are pleased to advise that the Company has launched a new policy entitled ‘Domestic Abuse and Coercive Control’. This policy is a welcome development and was produced on foot of a claim from CWU establishing the requirement to address domestic abuse as a workplace issue.
The policy recognises the detrimental effect of domestic abuse on families and how this can spill into the workplace. Accordingly, the workplace must be a safe environment for all employees and therefore the union collaborated with the Company on a policy to protect employees.
The purpose of the policy is as follows:
- Break the silence about domestic abuse and coercive control
- Assure all employees that the workplace is a safe environment to access help
- Assist employees in obtaining informed and meaningful supports as early as possible
- Confirm that all disclosures relating to domestic abuse and coercive control shall be managed in a sensitive manner
- Support the retention, safety and wellbeing of staff affected by domestic abuse and coercive control
- Promote a respectful and safe workplace environment that does not condone or excuse domestic abuse and coercive control.
The policy emphasises the Company’s duty of care towards its employees and was drafted not only in collaboration with the group of unions but also with LGBT Ireland, Men’s Aid, Safe Ireland, Women’s Aid.
We hope that this policy will not only raise awareness of domestic abuse and coercive control but will also assist impacted employees to seek the assistance that they need. A full list of supports and resources is listed in the policy.
Please bring this circular to the attention of members.
Attachment to GSP 11-21 An Post Domestic Abuse and Coercive Control Policy