Just read this:
Public servants offered five days of paid leave if they are psychologically distressed by Australia ...
Is it just me, or does this seem over the top?
I was in government employment (teaching) when I had various family members die (aunts, uncles) and I was told that I was not entitled to any time off to attend their funerals as they weren't immediate family.
I took the time off as sick leave. They were willing to allow that subterfuge.
If someone is having genuine psychological problems or a breakdown, backed up with medical certificates, fair enough to be granted paid sick leave. But apart from that, it's time people grew a thicker skin & just got on with things. Does anyone at all get paid time off if they are upset by eg an election result?
