Thank you to Colchester Borough Council who signed the charter on 10^th October 2018 providing protection for their 900 employees.

Leader of Colchester Borough Council, Cllr Mark Cory, said:
“As signatories of the Dying to Work Charter, we commit to treating our staff with the dignity and respect they deserve as well as providing them with the pastoral care and the reassurance of financial security while they cope with the stress of a life-shortening illness. We have always tried to support our staff in the best way we can, and this Charter strengthens that commitment even more. The last thing anyone with a terminal illness needs to worry about is their job.”

Thank you to Newcastle City Council who signed the charter on 8^th October 2018 providing protection for their 6,000 employees.

Leader of Newcastle City Council, Nick Forbes, said:
“I’m proud to be part of a council that has signed up to the Dying to Work charter. This vital campaign ensures those who are terminally ill will know that their dignity and welfare is respected throughout the organisation. It is the right thing to do, and I would urge others to back this campaign.”

Thank you to Greater Manchester Combined Authority who signed the charter on 5^th October 2018 providing protection for their 28,942 employees.

Chief Executive of the GMCA, Eamonn Boylan, said:
“The Combined Authority works with all 10 Greater Manchester councils alongside local services, businesses, communities and other partners to improve the city-region. “Our vision is to make Greater Manchester one of the best places in the world to grow up, get on and grow old, and that includes providing our employees with the highest standards of workplace and emotional support. If a member of our staff receives the worst possible news it is important that they understand that the GMCA is a signatory of the Dying to Work Voluntary Charter and we will stand alongside them every step of their journey.”

This signing covers the combined authority, plus 10 local authorities of the combined authority area; Bolton Council, Manchester City Council, Oldham Council, Rochdale Borough Council, Salford City Council, Stockport Council, Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council, Trafford Council, Wigan Council and Bury Council.

The Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, added:
“The Combined Authority is a family – we look out for each other, we support each other and we will be there for each other even if the worst happens. “The Dying to Work Voluntary Charter is an important document but, more importantly, our backing for it emphasises that our promise of support for our colleagues isn’t just lip service – we will be there if needed.”

Thank you to Chorley Council who signed the charter on 18^th September 2018 providing protection for their 316 employees.

Thank you to Essex County Fire & Rescue Service who signed the charter on 10^th September 2018 providing protection for their 1,200 employees.

Chief Fire Officer, Jo Turton, said:
“So many of our staff show unrelenting commitment to our Service, regardless of their own circumstances. The Dying to Work Charter is about our Service showing that commitment back to them. It is about us being there if ever the incredibly difficult event of being diagnosed with a terminal illness or disease becomes a reality. Today, alongside the Trade Union Congress, we signed this charter to make sure that peace of mind of their job security is never at risk.”

Thank you to Caerphilly County Borough Council who signed the charter on 6^th September 2018 providing protection for their 8,700 employees.

Leader of the Council, Cllr Dave Poole, said:
“Caerphilly CBC considers its 8,500+ workforce to be its most important asset and we already have comprehensive support mechanisms in place whenever any of our employees are faced with difficult illnesses. "This pledge strengthens our position and aligns us to other major employers across the UK who are also sympathetic to the needs of their dedicated employees.”

Thank you to University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust who signed the charter on 22^nd August 2018 providing protection for their 6,000 employees.

Chief Executive, Aaron Cummins, said:
“Our policies and approach already reflected the majority of the elements in the charter and required a minor amendment to meet the charter standards and we were delighted to do this to ensure that we are as supportive as possible for our staff and continue to make UHMBT a great place to work.”

Thank you to Lloyds Banking Group who signed the charter on 20^th August 2018 providing protection for their 70,000 employees.

People Director, Rebecca Priestley, said:
“At Lloyds Banking Group we have been working hard to provide specialist advice and support for colleagues living with a terminal illness. Reflecting this important support, we have agreed to become a signatory of the Charter, which underscores our commitment to be there for colleagues through challenging times, when they need us most.”

Thank you to Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils who signed the charter on 7^th August 2018 providing protection for their 555 employees.

Chief Executive of Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils, Arthur Charvonia, said:
“A terminal diagnosis is among the worst news a family can receive, and when faced with it no one should have to fear for their work and their livelihood. By signing this charter Babergh and Mid Suffolk wish to lead by example, and provide at least a small measure of support and security to families going through such emotional stress.”

Thank you to Banner Jones Solicitors who signed the charter on 27^th July 2018 providing protection for their 130 employees.

HR Manager, Lisa Gill, said:
“We have always endeavoured to support our employees in the best way possible and so, by signing up to the Dying to Work Charter, we are demonstrating our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our team. The Charter sets out an agreed way in which our employees will be supported, protected and guided throughout their employment following diagnosis of a terminal illness and I would encourage every firm to make this pledge.”