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<p>Civil Service Employee Policy provides a central health and well-being service
to support departments in their well-being work.</p><p>In 2015, the People Board agreed
a strategic approach to health and well-being for the Civil Service. This identified
mental health as a key priority. This strategic approach was developed into a Strategic
Action Plan, which has now been successfully implemented.</p><p> </p><p>The Law Officers’
Departments provide all staff with access to an Employee Assistance Programme. The
service is confidential and includes a 24hours a day, 365 days a year free helpline.
Staff can speak to an advisor who will listen and help to explore ways forward on
a range of issues including mental health– this can include information, advice, signposting
to other local or national services, referral for telephone or face-to-face counselling,
or a combination of these. All departments have developed arrangements and policies
that support wellbeing, including flexible working and special leave arrangements.</p>
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