> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies.md).

# Policies

- [Training & Development Policy](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/training-and-development-policy.md)
- [Policy creation & update process](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/policy-creation-and-update-process.md)
- [Ethical Fundraising Policy](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/ethical-fundraising-policy.md)
- [Freelance policy](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/freelance-policy.md): Aim: The Bristol Cable is committed to providing payment to individuals who undertake work for the organisation on a commission or project basis.
- [Code of Conduct](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/code-of-conduct.md)
- [Finance Policy & Procedures](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/finance-policy-and-procedures.md)
- [Annual Leave Policy](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/annual-leave-policy.md)
- [Flexible Working Policy](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/flexible-working-policy.md)
- [Anti-discrimination Policy](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/anti-discrimination-policy.md)
- [Compassionate Leave Policy](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/compassionate-leave-policy.md)
- [Grievance Policy & Procedure](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/grievance-policy-and-procedure.md)
- [Health and Safety Policy](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/health-and-safety-policy.md)
- [Disciplinary Policy & Procedure](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/disciplinary-policy-and-procedure.md)
- [Sick Leave Policy](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/sick-leave-policy.md)
- [Capability and flourishing policy](https://handbook.thebristolcable.org/policies/capability-and-flourishing-policy.md)


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