Issue - meetings

Report of Councillor J Barry, Portfolio Holder for Growth and Assets

RESOLVED – That

Cabinet approved the refreshed Equality and Diversity Policy

This was not a Key Decision and so can be implemented with immediate effect by officers.

Cabinet considered a report which sought approval for the refreshed Equality and Diversity Policy. The report highlighted that previously the Council had two Equality and Diversity policies, one for customers/residents and one for employees. The new policy would combine them into one overarching Equality and Diversity Policy. The report included an explanation of additional proposed changes that had been incorporated in the draft policy which was attached to the report at Appendix 2.

Cabinet discussed the report. It was agreed that the refreshed policy was in line with modern requirements.

RESOLVED

That Cabinet approved the refreshed Equality and Diversity Policy.

REASONS FOR DECISION

The Equality and Diversity Policy is essential to fostering an inclusive working environment and demonstrating as a public service provider that every individual is valued and respected. This policy demonstrates compliance with legal obligations, including the Equality Act 2010, and demonstrates the Council's commitment to creating a workplace and community free from discrimination, harassment, and inequality.

OTHER OPTIONS CONSIDERED AND REJECTED

None, the Council requires an up-to-date Equality and Diversity policy to demonstrate its compliance with the Equality Act 2010.

This was not a Key Decision and so can be implemented with immediate effect by officers.