Following an extensive period of consultation, new-format PDs are being rolled out to Library staff in Bands 1 to 5. Most Band 2 staff had new PDs in August this year, and this final lot is for those who were not included in the first round. There are still a small number of Band 5 positions (about 5) that have not yet had a final PD formulated; it is intended to complete these, along with the Band 6 & 7 PDs, early in 2009.

Managers have been sent print copies of the new PDs, and will forward them to the staff involved. Each PD needs to be signed by the Library staff member, the manager, and then by the University Librarian. When this is completed, a signed copy will be returned to each staff member, and the original filed on their personal file.

Thank you for all the input I received, as well as the forbearance and tolerance shown throughout this lengthy process.

Philip