EMAS state the following:
“All employees are expected to meet standards of behaviour that adhere to and are in line with EMAS values – Respect, Integrity, Contribution, Teamwork and Compassion“
Competence; formerly one of the EMAS values, has been removed. However, EMAS state it remains an underpinning requirement for all its staff.
Your reps have concerns over EMAS’ compassion and competence in dealing with some of the following…
- Application of the Attendance Policy
- Flexible Working Applications
- Adherence to Policy and Legal Timescales on all Levels
- Work Related Injury Decisions
- Overpayment of Salary
- Education and Career Progression and Pay Related Isuses
- Tailored Adjustment Plan Issues
Latest Updates
GMB Leadership Survey – May Update
The GMB EMAS Executive team has been actively collaborating with EMAS to address issues identified in a leadership survey from December 2023. Major improvements include the refinement of the Attendance Policy and the development of a new process for handling work-related injuries, aiming to streamline reporting and enhance transparency. Additional efforts focus on leadership training, compassionate leadership, flexible working requests, and improving staff welfare and safety, with ongoing improvements in relief working and the implementation of the People Strategy.
Leadership Update – Trust Board of Directors
The GMB EMAS Executive team convened with the Trust Board of Directors on February 12, 2024, to present the outcomes of our recent survey…
GMB Leadership Survey – Update
In January 2024, GMB@EMAS concluded a survey with over 500 member responses. Results indicated mixed experiences and concerns about bullying, diversity, and policy inconsistency at EMAS. Following constructive discussions with EMAS leadership, the union aims to develop action plans to address these issues and improve working conditions.