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EHRC

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

Great Britain

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Joined November 2008

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Protecting and promoting the human rights of disabled people is at the heart of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). Adopted in 2006, the UK has been following the convention since 2009. Read more about it : ow.ly/hGkE50ZffoN
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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 👉 ow.ly/CCXz50YLbio
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Jun 22
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: ow.ly/k0Qx50ZcOXx
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We intervened in this judicial review to assist the Court of Session on the interpretation of the Equality Act 2010 and its interaction with human rights law. Read: equalityhumanrights.com/news/news/ehrc…
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Jun 19
Judge rules Scottish guidance for housing trans prisoners is unlawful bbc.in/4oCay8p
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Jun 19
Many disabled and older people face significant barriers to accessing key public services, such as public transport. Our strategic plan includes action to address these barriers, so everyone can participate in society. Read our strategic plan here: ow.ly/Na2I50ZcIAX
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Jun 18
We've submitted our independent report to the UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, assessing UK government progress on its commitments to eliminate racial discrimination across three key areas. Read it here: ow.ly/3fmA50ZcORv
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Jun 17
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 👉 ow.ly/nFGv50ZcB2K
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Jun 16
Here's something that catches a lot of public sector organisations out. The same body can both provide services and exercise public functions at the same time. 🧵
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Jun 16
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For more information on the Code visit our website: equalityhumanrights.com/equality/equal…
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Jun 16
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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Jun 16
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 👇 ow.ly/GgRm50ZbNvF
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Jun 15
Last week we published updated technical guidance that explains schools’ legal obligations not to discriminate against, harass or victimise pupils, as set out in chapter 1 of Part 6 of the Equality Act 2010. We are running a consultation on this guidance: ow.ly/Ge9E50Zb5XW
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Jun 12
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: ow.ly/SSv450Z9SAf #aiequality
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