Time Off at the Employer’s Discretion: In-depth

Summary

As well as dealing with bereavement and compassionate leave, this topic also considers time off for medical appointments, IVF treatment and for employees who are retiring and may wish to reduce their working hours.

Employers' Duties

Employers should make sure that employees are aware of the following with regard to discretionary time off.

• The organisation’s policy on bereavement and compassionate leave, time off for fertility treatment and time off for medical/dental appointments.

• The organisation’s policy on retirement and the opportunity to reduce working hours.

• The types of situations that would qualify for bereavement or compassionate leave.