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://orlo.uk/GjQbJ

Explore our newly updated Human Rights Tracker: https://orlo.uk/DZtzC It tracks how well the UK and Welsh governments are acting on human rights. Latest updates focus on the action, or inaction, taken to improve the rights of people from ethnic minority backgrounds.

🚨 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://orlo.uk/gLZoM

We recently published new research to help tackle persistent race inequalities in maternity and neonatal care. Our findings are useful for ICBs and health bodies, such as - maternity and neonatal services - GP practices - regulators 🔗 https://orlo.uk/2KD06

Our public sector equality duty (PSED) and data protection guidance will help ensure public sector organisations in Britain embed equality considerations before they make the decision to commission and/or use AI and other digital technologies. 👉 https://orlo.uk/sfC1U

This year we worked with all 42 ICB's in England to address; ✔️ Inappropriate detention of autistic people and people with a learning disability ✔️ Racial inequalities in maternity care ✔️ Digital exclusion in health services More https://orlo.uk/5L7Vj #EHRCAnnualReport

We have published our annual Wales Impact Report, which shows the range and impact of our work to protect and promote rights and make Wales fairer in 2024-2025.   Visit our website to read more: https://orlo.uk/AFD5E

The Worker Protection Act came into force on 26th 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://orlo.uk/PIHlr

Yesterday we hosted the Equality Exchange Event, bringing together colleagues from across the uniformed services for a day of discussion, collaboration and learning on tackling harassment, discrimination and victimisation in the workplace. Thank you to all who participated!

We enforce the Equality Act 2010 and have unique powers to investigate when the law isn’t followed. Sometimes we assist in significant legal cases and at other times we undertake pre-enforcement work. Find out more about our legal action here 👇 https://orlo.uk/Oi93v

Our #AI case studies show how local authorities are using artificial intelligence responsibly while protecting equality and human rights. From Camden's resident-led data charter to Hounslow's automated translation services. Read here: https://orlo.uk/M3yej#AI#AIEquality

Earlier this year we published new research to help tackle persistent race inequalities in maternity and neonatal care. Our findings are useful for ICBs and health bodies, such as - maternity and neonatal services - GP practices - regulators 🔗 https://orlo.uk/RxUf3

Human rights are the basic rights and freedoms that belong to every person in the world. Our guide takes you through what human rights are and who they apply to. You'll also discover just how deep their roots go in British history. Check it out: https://orlo.uk/HomCB

We recently launched our first guide on using equality data for uniformed services in Great Britain. Our guidance helps police, fire and armed forces improve data collection, tackle harassment and discrimination, and support staff recruitment and retention. Guide: https://orlo.uk/5zA9L #EqualityData

As Britain’s equality regulator we’re working to ensure everyone can live well and live well together. Our 3-year plan focuses on key areas like accessible transport, tackling discrimination in uniformed services and supporting compliance with equality law https://orlo.uk/z2Xzd

We've written to @bphillipsonmp.bsky.social to request the government to revoke the 2011 services code and make our updated version statutory. It accurately reflects the law and updated guidance is urgently needed: www.equalityhumanrights.com/media-centre...

Tomorrow marks six months since the Supreme Court judgment in For Women Scotland Ltd vs Scottish Ministers and six weeks since our draft code of practice for services, public functions, and associations was submitted to the Minister for Women and Equalities.

Last year we updated our pregnancy and maternity guidance for employers. Read our toolkits: Pregnancy guide 👉 https://orlo.uk/6MqWw Parental leave guide 👉 https://orlo.uk/kbI5u Return to work guide 👉 https://orlo.uk/iP0jb

It's illegal to discriminate against someone because of a protected characteristic. Disability is one of nine characteristics in the #EqualityAct. We've created a guide to disability discrimination. Discover more: https://orlo.uk/dXKlI#EqualityAct

As part of our package of public sector equality duty (PSED) materials, we co-produced six case studies, which show how local authorities have considered the PSED to ensure they use AI technologies responsibly. Read the case studies here 👉 https://orlo.uk/fEOrQ

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 you support your employees in the workplace: https://orlo.uk/trF5p

This October marks 15 years of the Equality Act 2010, a milestone in advancing equality and human rights across Britain. Our Chief Executive, John Kirkpatrick, reflects on 15 years of progress and protection in this blog: https://orlo.uk/yd9Ol

🚨 Did you know, under equality law, all employers must take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their staff? 📝 Our 8-step guide is a useful tool to help you take positive action to prevent and deal with sexual harassment at work 👉 https://orlo.uk/nfhXo

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://orlo.uk/DmB3E

On 1 Oct 2010 the Equality Act came into force For 15 years we have used our powers to enforce the Act -challenging discrimination -tackling unequal pay -preventing harassment at work We continue to protect rights and promote fairness for all More: https://orlo.uk/b3cC4

Pregnancy and maternity is one of the nine protected characteristics covered by the Equality Act. Our guidance outlines different types of pregnancy and maternity discrimination as well as your workplace rights. Read more here 👉 https://orlo.uk/bTjwA

Many disabled and older people face significant barriers to accessing key public services, such as public transport. Our new strategic plan includes action to address these barriers, so everyone can participate in society. Read our strategic plan here: https://orlo.uk/b7ftW

We have updated our code of practice for services, public functions and associations following two public consultations with over 50,000 responses. The draft is now with government. Parliament has up to 40 days to review before it can take effect: https://orlo.uk/Zo8Yk

Public bodies in England must understand the impact their policies can have on people with protected characteristics. Our 10-step guide shows how to consider equality throughout the policy cycle, and meet your legal duties under the Equality Act 2010. 📘 https://orlo.uk/SaY0Z

As an A-status National Human Rights Institution, we provide independent, expert guidance to help protect your human rights, like our guidance for employers on how they can support disabled workers with hybrid working. Read our guidance here 👉 https://orlo.uk/BuTk4

Earlier this year we published new research to help tackle persistent race inequalities in maternity and neonatal care. Our findings are useful for ICBs and health bodies, such as - maternity and neonatal services - GP practices - regulators 🔗 https://orlo.uk/GHgjl

We enforce the Equality Act 2010 and have unique powers to investigate when the law isn’t followed. Sometimes we assist in significant legal cases and at other times we undertake pre-enforcement work. Find out more about our legal action here 👇 https://orlo.uk/n37jP

We've published our first guide on using equality data for uniformed services in Great Britain. Our guidance helps police, fire and armed forces improve data collection, tackle harassment and discrimination, and support staff recruitment and retention. Read here: https://orlo.uk/QzKx0 #EqualityData

Employers must ensure their employees do not face sexual harassment in the workplace. We've produced technical guidance detailing what sexual harassment in the workplace is and how it can be spotted, tackled and prevented. Discover more here: https://orlo.uk/vDDG6

We have updated our code of practice for services, public functions and associations following two public consultations with over 50,000 responses. The draft is now with government. Parliament has up to 40 days to review before it can take effect: https://orlo.uk/e82tY

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 your employees in the workplace: https://orlo.uk/I1wG2

Everyone has a right to feel safe and supported at work. Employers must take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their workers. We have produced practical guidance on how employers can meet their obligations. Read our 8 step guide here: https://orlo.uk/dShW8

Ahead of today's second reading of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, we shared advice with peers. While we don't take a position for or against assisted dying, our analysis outlines likely equality and human rights impacts of the legislation: https://orlo.uk/BsabN

🎶 As this year's #BBCProms season closes, we’re reminding orchestras of their duty to protect musicians from sexual harassment. Our toolkit with ‪@ism-music.bsky.social‬ sets out practical steps for safer, fairer workplaces. ➡️ https://orlo.uk/Szjiw#BBCProms #PreventingSexualHarassment

Every child deserves to thrive in school. Discriminating against pupils because of their hair may have a negative effect on pupils’ mental health and wellbeing. Read our guidance on preventing hair discrimination in schools here: https://orlo.uk/bPK7Y

We’ve shared our briefing ahead of the second reading of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill. We do not take a position for or against assisted dying. Parliament must ensure equality and human rights concerns are central to decision making. See: https://orlo.uk/shO8W

Our #AI case studies show how local authorities are using artificial intelligence responsibly while protecting equality and human rights. From Camden's resident-led data charter to Hounslow's automated translation services. Read here: https://orlo.uk/s7JaZ#AI#AIEquality

🚨 Following comprehensive consultation, we have shared our updated code of practice for services, public functions and associations to the Minister for Women and Equalities @bphillipsonmp.bsky.social for approval. Read our full statement: https://orlo.uk/l7HRj

Public bodies in England must understand how their policies impact people with protected characteristics. Our 10-step guide helps you consider equality in a structured and proportionate way, and meet your legal duties under the Equality Act. Read here: https://orlo.uk/OEGNg

Our evidence @UN Committee on Economic, Social & Cultural Rights shaped their #ICESCR report to the UK earlier this year. Many recommendations - boosting community mental health & tackling child poverty - mirrored ours. Read them in plain English & Welsh https://orlo.uk/kSt7y

Earlier this year we published new research to help tackle persistent race inequalities in maternity and neonatal care. Our findings are useful for ICBs and health bodies, such as - maternity and neonatal services - GP practices - regulators 🔗 https://orlo.uk/hBOFA

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://orlo.uk/aULOw

Many disabled and older people face significant barriers to accessing key public services, such as public transport. Our new strategic plan includes action to address these barriers, so everyone can participate in society. Read our strategic plan here: https://orlo.uk/NeFDI

We have completed our review of evidence from the UK Government's 2024 call for input exercise on single-sex spaces. We have written to 19 organisations asking them to review policies as a result. Read more here: https://orlo.uk/ZtOS1 See more about the call for input: https://orlo.uk/zlJeb

The @UN has made recommendations to improve the UK’s economic, social and cultural human rights, from tackling child poverty to ensuring fair pay. Our Human Rights Tracker makes these recommendations easy to follow 👇 https://orlo.uk/q4O3G #HumanRightsTracker #ICESCR