The Committee is asked to note any apologies for absence and substitutions received from Members.

To confirm and sign as a correct record, the minutes of the last meeting of the Committee, held on Monday, 2 March 2026.

Councillors are invited to declare any Disclosable Pecuniary Interests, Other Registerable Interests of Non-Registerable Interests, and the nature of it, in relation to any item on the agenda.

Subject to providing two working days’ notice, a Member of the Committee may ask the Chairman of the Committee a question on any matter in relation to which the Council has powers or duties which affect the Tendring District and which falls within the terms of reference of the Committee.

The Committee will receive an oral update rearding the Council’s Career Track service.

To provide Members of the Human Resources and Council Tax Committee with an update on current workforce statistics, including key trends in staffing levels, recruitment, retention, and diversity. This update supports the Committee’s ongoing oversight of workforce matters and reflects the Council’s commitment to transparency and continuous improvement in its employment practices.

To update Members of the Human Resources and Council Tax Committee on the implications of the Employment Rights Act 2025 for the Council’s employment policies, procedures and working practices. The report outlines the action being taken to maintain compliance with current and forthcoming employment legislation and to support consistent, fair and effective people management across the Council.