A new report from the Commission, 'Out in the open: a manifesto for change' shows that some agencies are making real strides in preventing harassment of disabled people but much more needs to be done. > Read more
We have teamed up with AbilityNet and BCS to develop a new e-learning course that will equip individuals and businesses with the right skills to create accessible websites. Order your copy now. >Read more.
From 1 September 2012 the reasonable adjustments duty for schools and education authorities includes a duty to provide auxiliary aids and services for disabled pupils. The guide will help school leaders and education authorities understand and comply with the reasonable adjustments duty, including the new auxiliary aids and services provision.
The report, “A Perfect Partnership,” finds that closing the employment gap between disabled workers and non disabled workers can increase the performance of staff across the board.
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The Commission has published non-statutory guidance for public authorities.
This report, updated for International Women's Day 2012, provides a snapshot of who sits in positions of power and influence in Welsh life.
Introducing Equal Choices, Equal Chances, a set of free primary careers education resources. > View more
Our new research looks at the process of recruiting women on the boards of the FTSE 350 companies. The report is the first in-depth study into the appointment process to corporate boards and the role of head hunters, and was launched by Baroness Prosser at a breakfast meeting hosted by the 30% Club. > Read the report.
On 1 October 2012, new provisions in the Equality Act 2010 come into force, extending the ban on age discrimination to cover services, public functions and private clubs and associations - with some notable exceptions.