Equalities impact assessments

Equalities impact assessments are a powerful tool, which can identify - and address - any potential for discrimination before new policies and services are introduced.

Race equality impact assessments were launched in May 2003 and have proved so effective that the process has been extended to cover all areas of equalities, e.g. disability, gender, age, faith/religion, sexual orientation.

• Download the equality impact assessment template.

The council has also established a panel to review the equalities impact assessments of major council policies and projects. Panel members include leading members of the community, councillors of all parties and council officers. Read the agenda and minutes of the panel's meetings.

Departmental equality impact assessments

• Adults' and Community Services
• Children and Young People's Service
• Environment, Culture and Community Safety
• Housing, Regeneration and Environment
• Finance and Resources