Brian Cookson, treasurer for the union and from Staffordshire, said staff wanted an appraisal that was "supportive and helped them to develop", rather than the "punitive" policy adopted by the local authority.

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It must also ensure systems for supervision and appraisal of staff are in place by 1 July.

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The report also found only 52% of staff had received an appraisal in the past 12 months, but the service said this had now risen to 70%.

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This can be a problem for managers who may be badgered weekly even daily for appraisal by eager young members of staff.

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Not all staff training was up-to-date and systems for professional supervision or appraisal were inadequate.

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