Half Pay Leave
Half Pay Leave

In accordance with General Orders 5.25.1, leave of absence on half pay may be granted to an officer other than a casual employee for a period not in excess of three months after three years resident service from 1st appointment. Such leave is approved by the Chief Personnel Officer and may be extended on grounds of urgent private affairs or serious indisposition.

When submitting requests for half pay leave, officers must forward them under cover of Form 'B' and ensure that:

• The application forms have been fully and accurately completed.
• Accurate information on the status of the applicant (whether temporary or permanent), is provided.
• Ministry's/Department's recommendation of the leave requested, is also provided.