The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) today published new guidance to help the public sector embed equality considerations in their policies, including decisions to commission and/or use artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Every public sector organisation has a duty to ensure that its policies do not lead to unlawful discrimination and promote equality of opportunity
One current and one former employee of London and Quadrant Housing Trust (L&Q) have received a financial settlement totalling £95,000, in a race discrimination case supported by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC). An employment tribunal found that Natalie James and Joanna Saine were both discriminated against by their employer when they were overlooked
The Equality and Human Rights Commission has published new resources to help employers understand their legal obligations and the practical steps they can take to best support disabled employees with hybrid working. The Equality Act 2010 places a duty on employers to make reasonable adjustments, meaning they must take steps to remove, reduce or prevent
Implementation of an action plan to tackle discrimination against Irish Travellers at Pontins has begun today. The action plan, developed with the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), sets out the steps Pontins must take to address its discriminatory policies. Â In February 2024, the EHRC published an investigation into Pontins and served the holiday
A former Corporal who fronted British Army recruitment campaigns has received an apology and a substantial financial settlement from the Ministry of Defence, after allegedly being subjected to racist and sexist abuse. The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) provided funding and assistance to Kerry-Ann Knight, as part of its legal support scheme for race
