EHRC

We’re here to stand up for freedom, compassion and justice in our changing times.

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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: https://t.co/SnypynTOYx

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This content is drawn from our draft Code of Practice for Services, Public Functions and Associations, which has been laid before Parliament. The Code is subject to a 40-day negative resolution period before it can be made statutory.

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When did your organisation last check whether its accessibility adjustments are still actually working? Here’s an example from our draft Code of Practice of adapting policy🧵(Source: draft Code of Practice for Services, Public Functions and Associations, paragraph 7.33)

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For more information about the draft Code of Practice, including our Equality Impact Assessment and Consultation Report visit our website: https://t.co/RABaudU7Bj

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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: https://t.co/5U52OysxOW

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Our Human Rights Tracker is a free-to-use online tool that allows you to see how well, or badly, the UK and Welsh governments are managing their human rights duties.

Explore the regularly updated Human Rights Tracker : https://t.co/kUc86xbi3i

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Our draft Code of Practice helps providers of services, public functions and associations apply the Equality Act 2010. It doesn't apply to workplaces; employers should consult the Workplace (Health, Safety & Welfare) Regs 1992, the Equality Act, and seek independent legal advice.

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🚨 Opposing the EHRC guidance – we need your voice

MPs will decide on the guidance in the next 30 days — and we need to show them the reality

We need you to tell us why it's unworkable and the real life impact it will have on you in the workplace

📩 Email us: [email protected]

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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: https://t.co/0hMBX60A0Q

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Are you involved in public sector planning and delivery of transport?
Do you know your responsibilities under the Equality Act 2010?
Our new guiding principles help local authorities and operators implement accessible public transport for everyone: https://t.co/QfVq220u47

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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: https://t.co/UVs4xLUFCR

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The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) has championed human rights for nearly 60 years.

The UK signed up in 1976, promising rights such as freedom of expression and the right to a fair trial.

Find out more 👉 https://t.co/UbUvMB16lZ

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🚨 Are you an employer?

Under equality law, you must take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of your staff.

Our 8-step guide is a useful tool to help you take positive action to prevent and deal with sexual harassment at work.

The guide 👉 https://t.co/3uo9LCnWMd

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In the UK, Black women face 4x and Asian women 2x higher maternal mortality rates than White women.

This must change.

Liverpool Women's Hospital is working to tackle these disparities on their maternity units. Read the case study: https://t.co/1rJquRQYVJ

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This week marked the 50th anniversary of the UK ratifying the International Convention on Economic, Social and Civil Rights (ICESCR).
We have written a blog highlighting the value of ICESCR in our work to make transport more accessible for all: https://t.co/miZKRBLClQ

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Our draft Code of Practice for services, public functions and associations was laid in Parliament by the Minister for Women and Equalities today: https://t.co/Rpr150ZfJy

You can read the draft Code of Practice in full at: https://t.co/knsz600lbg