E23.4Family, domestic or sexual violence leave is in addition to other leave entitlements and is not to

Family, domestic or sexual violence leave is in addition to other leave entitlements and is not to be used as a substitute for personal leave. However, where supporting evidence is not immediately available the head or service must, grant paid leave under clause E5 - of this Agreement (Personal Leave in Special, Extraordinary or Unforeseen Circumstances), subject to available credit. If the employee subsequently produces supporting evidence, the personal leave will be re-credited and the leave taken will be converted to family, domestic or sexual violence leave.