Thank you to Kirklees College who signed the charter on 25^th October 2022 providing protection for their 884 employees.

Interim HR Business Partner, Kelly Wells, said:
“This is to show Kirklees College commitment to support colleagues should they receive a terminal ill health diagnosis. This can be a time of huge emotional stress, fear and uncertainty and so signing up to this campaign will hopefully give colleagues reassurance that they will be treated with kindness, job security and dignity.”

Thank you to Charnwood Borough Council who signed the charter on 7^th April 2022 providing protection for their 477 employees.

Chief Executive at Charnwood Borough Council, Rob Mitchell, said:
“I’m pleased the Council has added its name to a Charter that supports any employee diagnosed with a terminal illness. Our aim is to support employees who are diagnosed with a terminal illness and to treat them with dignity and respect. We are proud to outline our commitment to the campaign by committing to and signing the Dying to Work Charter alongside our Trade Union colleagues.”

Thank you to Crown Office & Procurator Fiscal Services who signed the charter on 24^th March 2022 providing protection for their 2,362 employees.

Crown Agent, David Harvie, said:
“I am proud that COPFS has signed this charter demonstrating our commitment to providing security, understanding and support to colleagues with a life-limiting illness. This initiative builds on our existing support for staff and shows what we can achieve for colleagues when we work in partnership with our trade unions.”

Thank you to Scottish Fire and Rescue Service who signed the charter on 21^st February 2022 providing protection for their 7,728 employees.

SFRS Chief Officer, Martin Blunden, said:
“We support the TUC’s Dying to Work Campaign and in signing the Dying to Work Charter, we show our continued commitment to the welfare of the staff of the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service. “The health and wellbeing of our staff is a priority and when employees are faced with a serious or terminal illness, it is important that they are able to choose the path that is right for them and their families, without having the additional worry of financial uncertainty. We hope that the signing of this charter will provide reassurance to our employees that they have the support of their employer at a time when they need it the most.”

Thank you to Manchester City Council who signed the charter on 15^th February 2022 providing protection for their 7,250 employees.

Deputy Leader, Cllr Luthfur Rahman, said:
“We are proud to be a signatory to the TUC Dying to Work Charter. We want to ensure that every one of our employees feels supported throughout every stage of their life. The Council will treat employees diagnosed with a terminal illness with the utmost dignity and respect and recognise and support them with any physical and psychological challenges arising from their diagnosis. "In line with the Charter the Council is committed to providing employees with the security of work, peace of mind and right to choose the best course of action for themselves and their families which helps them through this challenging period with dignity.”

Thank you to Nugent who signed the charter on 27^th January 2022 providing protection for their 600 employees.

Nugent’s Head of People, Hetal Mainwaring, said:
“We are really pleased to be signing up to the charter. Nugent employees (Nugent Heroes) are our most valuable resource, showing our commitment to supporting any staff member who is in the unfortunate position of having a terminal illness is of paramount importance to us. We are pleased to have worked in partnership with UNISON and signing up to the Dying to Work Charter today.”

Thank you to South Ribble Borough Council who signed the charter on 30^th November 2021 providing protection for their 350 employees.

Leader of South Ribble Borough Council, Councillor Paul Foster, said:
“Terminal illness is something we never wish to think about but something that could be a reality for any of us. Dignity and respect are something that should be awarded to anyone who is facing the end of their life and it is abhorrent that so many individuals are faced with anxiety, stress and worry when faced with a terminal illness while at work. “I’m so proud that South Ribble Borough Council has signed the Dying to Work Charter as it demonstrates our support and care for our employees in the hardest of times. Work should be a place where people can feel safe, respected and supported and I hope that more organisations across the region follow suit and sign the Charter.”

Thank you to Bassetlaw District Council who signed the charter on 23^rd November 2021 providing protection for their 550 employees.

Leader of Bassetlaw District Council, Cllr Simon Greaves, said:
“A terminal diagnosis is devastating and is a time of huge emotional stress, fear and uncertainty. By signing the Dying to Work Charter we are ensuring that our people will be supported and that we can provide security of work and peace of mind during the most difficult of times.”

Thank you to West of England Combined Authority who signed the charter on 22^nd November 2021 providing protection for all of their employees.

Metro Mayor, Dan Norris, said:
“This is about doing the right thing and workers and their families peace of mind. “I want them to know that should anyone receive the very difficult news of a terminal illness diagnosis that their employer stands with them. “Fundamentally, this is about giving those with a terminal illness the right to choose to stay in work, and to give them the dignity they deserve. “I would urge other businesses across the West of England to sign the Charter too.”

Thank you to Sefton Council who signed the charter on 18^th November 2021 providing protection for their 3,300 employees.

Sefton Council’s Cabinet Member – Regulatory, Compliance and Corporate Services, Cllr. Paulette Lappin, said:
“It’s really important that employees who are diagnosed with a terminal illness know they will be supported by the Council and not face any additional stress or worries. We already work really closely with GMB, Unison, Unite & the TUC, and by signing the Dying to Work Charter we are demonstrating our commitment to our hard-working, dedicated employees." Chief Personnel Officer at Sefton Council, Mark Dale said:
"The council’s most valued asset is its staff and we are committed to supporting our colleagues and their families in whatever way we can. Worrying about your job should be the least of your concerns and so we are proud to sign the Dying to Work charter, giving those who are faced with a terminal illness the dignity and respect they deserve. “We hope that other employers will follow our lead in supporting the TUC’s campaign.”