Equality & Diversity in the workplace

Equality Act  1st October 2010

The Equality Act came into force on the  1st October 2010 and is enforced by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC).

The Equality and Human Rights Commission has a statutory remit to promote and monitor human rights and to protect,enforce and promote equality across the nine “protected” grounds which are: age, disability, gender, race, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation and gender reassignment.

The act is responsible for protecting equality in all areas of everday life including, employees, workers, service providers, service users, education, further education, Transport and the criminal justice system.

In terms of business and enterprise it is essential for all businesses and organisations to have in place HR policies and procedures to ensure equality and diversity in the workplace is being promoted fairly.

As a business or organisation the Equality Act also protects service users and service providers. It is a good idea to have policies and procedures in place for consumers, clients and external service providers who come into contact with your business.

Where do I find out about Equality and Diversity?

Go to  http://www.equalityhumanrights.com

I am a Small Medium Enterprise with 5+ employees – What Policies / procedures do I need?

Dimension 88 can help you by assessing the policies and procedures that you require for your business.

I do not understand Equality and Diversity in the Workplace – is there a Training course?

Yes – Dimension 88 can train your team in Equality and Diversity

My Professional Bodies revised Code of Conduct stipulates that I must have Equality and Diversity policies and procedures in place – Can Dimension 88 help?

Yes – Dimension 88 can help you to implement the policies and procedures and to train your team.

Equality and Diversity is everyones responsibility and by implementing ”good” practice in the workplace it will ensure a happy and productive work force.

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Contact Dimension 88 today and make sure your business is legally compliant. Phone: 0845 094 6143