Our Equality and Diversity Policy

The aim is for our employees and volunteers to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers and colleagues to feel respected and able to give their best.

The organisation is also committed against unlawful discrimination of customers or the public

The policy’s purpose is to:

• Provide equality, fairness, and respect for volunteers and everyone in our employment, whether temporary, part-time, or full-time

• Not unlawfully discriminate regarding the Equality Act 2010 protected characteristics of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex (gender) and sexual orientation

• Oppose and avoid all forms of unlawful discrimination. This includes in pay and benefits, terms, and conditions of employment, dealing with grievances and discipline, dismissal, redundancy, leave for parents, requests for flexible working, and selection for employment, promotion, training, or other developmental opportunities