Today, Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust (LAAT) has reaffirmed its commitment to colleague welfare by signing the Dying to Work Voluntary Charter, a pledge to protect the workplace rights of employees who receive a terminal illness diagnosis.
The Charter was created after a Derbyshire sales manager lost her job following a cancer diagnosis. It ensures terminally ill employees are treated with dignity and fairness, allowing them to prioritise their health without worrying about job security. LAAT joins prominent organisations such as Rolls Royce, Royal Mail, and E-On in endorsing this vital initiative.
Rob Johnston, TUC Midlands Interim Regional Secretary, praised the move, “Your job should be the least of your worries when you get a terminal diagnosis. I’m delighted that LAAT has shown real leadership in this area, working with unions to guarantee fair treatment for terminally ill workers.”
Jackie Waters-Dewhurst, CEO of LAAT, expressed pride in the Trust’s commitment to its staff, Jackie Waters-Dewhurst, CEO of LAAT, expressed pride in the Trust’s commitment to its colleagues “At LAAT, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Signing the Dying to Work Charter reflects our ongoing promise to support and protect our employees, especially during the most challenging times of their lives. It is another way of putting our vision into practice. We proudly stand alongside other forward-thinking employers in making this pledge.”
This step highlights LAAT’s dedication to fostering an inclusive and compassionate workplace, ensuring colleagues can focus on what matters most.
Hannah Wells, Trust Director – LAAT; Liz Lowe – Unison; Leanne Holmes, Finance & Operations Director – LAAT; Barbara Knight – Unison; Jackie Waters-Dewhurst, CEO – LAAT; Tamara Allen, Deputy CEO – LAAT; Laura Lowe, Director of Colleague Services – LAAT; Rob Johnston – TUC and David Sharma – GMB.
