Overview

This bill amends the Employment Rights Act 1996 to grant charity trustees the right to take time off work to fulfill their trustee duties. This right will be similar to existing rights for other public duties.

Description

The Charity Trustees (Time Off for Duties) Bill modifies the Employment Rights Act 1996. Specifically, it adds a new clause to Section 50, extending the existing "right to time off for public duties" to include charity trustees. The definition of "charity trustee" will be consistent with definitions already in place within the Charities Act 2011 and the Charities and Trustees Investment Act 2005. The bill applies to England, Wales, and Scotland and will come into effect six months after parliamentary passage.

Government Spending

The bill is not expected to significantly impact government spending. The cost will primarily be borne by employers who employ charity trustees, as they will need to accommodate the time off. No specific figures are provided in the bill text.

Groups Affected

• Charity Trustees: Will gain the right to take paid time off for trustee duties, potentially improving their ability to effectively manage their charitable responsibilities.
• Employers of Charity Trustees: Will be required to grant this time off to their employees who are also charity trustees, potentially leading to adjustments in work schedules and operational planning.

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