Considerations for people professionals during the official period of mourning which lasts until Monday 19th September
On behalf of the CIPD, our members and staff, we offer our deepest condolences to the Royal Family on the passing of Her Majesty The Queen.
This is a significant moment in world history and has left many people with a profound sense of loss and sadness. The event brings with it a number of considerations, both in terms of supporting people’s wellbeing and the practicalities of what it means for working practices in the coming days. Individuals and organisations will observe and mark this event in different ways, but these are the key considerations for employers during this time:
This event may bring mixed emotions. For some, there will be not only grief for the Queen, but it may also bring up grief from their personal lives. Our guidance on bereavement can be of help and people professionals may wish to direct colleagues to any employee assistance programmes in place.
If CIPD members need someone to talk to they can use our wellbeing helpline. Our CIPD member Community is also a place where you can connect with peers.
We are now in a period of National Mourning in the UK that lasts until the end of the day of the State Funeral on Monday 19 September 2022. This day has been declared a national bank holiday.
Employers should confirm with employees that Monday 19 September is a bank holiday and...
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