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Joined November 2008
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Work in schools in England, Scotland or Wales? We want your views on our draft technical guidance for schools. Our consultation is open until 30 September — help us make it as useful as possible: ow.ly/ieZZ50ZRkvy
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We have the power to advise government on any matter related to equality, diversity and human rights. Our parliamentary briefings and responses to government consultations are on this page: ow.ly/xWlr50ZR0v9
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Many disabled and older people face significant barriers to accessing key public services, such as public transport. Our strategic plan includes action to address these barriers, so everyone can participate in society. Read our strategic plan here: ow.ly/b0AE50ZQCI4
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Last year we published new research to help tackle persistent race inequalities in maternity and neonatal care. Our findings are useful for ICBs and health bodies, such as: - maternity and neonatal services - GP practices - regulators 👉ow.ly/W6KL50ZQcyK
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Research found two thirds of working women between the ages of 40 and 60 with experience of menopausal symptoms said they have had a mostly negative impact on them at work. Read our guidance for employers to help support employees in the workplace: ow.ly/HJt450ZPJAJ
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Work in schools in England, Scotland or Wales? We want your views on our draft technical guidance for schools. Our consultation is open until 30 September — help us make it as useful as possible: ow.ly/tfRJ50ZP9vA
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New @ennhri Rule of Law Report Drawing on evidence from #NHRIs across Europe, the report explores key rule of law and human rights developments, with dedicated sections on disinformation and law-making processes. Read it here 👇 ow.ly/mHMC50ZPaa3
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Today is International Equal Pay Day! As set out in the Equality Act 2010, men and women in the same employment performing equal work must receive equal pay in Great Britain, unless any difference in pay can be justified. Find out more: ow.ly/zMnV50ZP0xn #EqualPayDay
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Have you ever considered your human rights and what they mean to you? Human rights are the basic rights and freedoms that belong to every person in the world, from birth until death. Find out more about them and our work on our website: ow.ly/pM1E50ZOlPz #humanrights
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The Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED) places a legal obligation on public authorities to consider equality and good relations in their day-to-day activities. Find out more: ow.ly/GOKu50ZNUbV
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As part of our Strategic Plan 2025 to 2028, we are committed to ensuring everyone has the freedom to connect with the people and places they value most. Read our guiding principles for accessible transport here: ow.ly/Y2KQ50ZNFR0
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Work in schools in England, Scotland or Wales? We want your views on our draft technical guidance for schools. Our consultation is open until 30 September — help us make it as useful as possible: ow.ly/UtKB50ZMBWA
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Pregnancy and maternity guidance is essential reading for employers. Our toolkits are here to help: Pregnancy guide 👉 ow.ly/MqFQ50ZM28k Parental leave guide 👉 ow.ly/z5kN50ZM28l Return to work guide 👉 ow.ly/1Po250ZM28j
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The Worker Protection Act came into force in October 2024 Employers have a legal duty to protect their employees and prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Our technical guidance will help employers understand their legal responsibilities: ow.ly/oOMv50ZLvOu
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As an A-status National Human Rights Institution, we provide independent, expert guidance to help protect your human rights, like our guidance for employers on how they can support disabled workers with hybrid working. Read our guidance here 👉 orlo.uk/bWoB2
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We would like your views on our recently published Technical Guidance for Schools if you are involved in schools in England, Scotland or Wales: ow.ly/wF2c50ZJuaH Our consultation is open until 30 September.
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Every child deserves to thrive in school. Discriminating against pupils because of their hair may have a negative effect on pupils’ mental health and wellbeing. Read our guidance on preventing hair discrimination in schools here: ow.ly/ULrE50ZJtqB
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We would like your views on our recently published Technical Guidance for Schools if you are involved in schools in England, Scotland or Wales: ow.ly/HO9w50ZITeb Our consultation is open until 30 September.
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We've concluded our legal agreement with the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) after monitoring a series of workplace improvements. The WRU is 'a safer place to work' following action to tackle discrimination and harassment. Full story: ow.ly/QHvx50ZIy2v
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We recently launched our first guide on using equality data for uniformed services in Great Britain. The guidance helps police, fire and armed forces: - improve data collection - tackle harassment and discrimination - support recruitment/retention 👉 ow.ly/n6mo50ZI92R
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