Equality Impact Assessment

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Equality Impact Assessment

A new or revised policy, process or decision that seems fair because it applies to everyone equally may, upon closer analysis, adversely affect people identifying with the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. If this happens this could be direct or indirect discrimination.

To protect against this, the University has an Equality Impact Assessment process that helps you consider the effects of a policy, process or decision on anyone identifying with the protected characteristics and to take action to prevent discrimination.

Examples of Equality Impact Assessments that have been carried out include:

• Annual Access Agreements
• REF 2021: Code of Practice for Selection of Staff
• Examination and Religious Observance Form
• Parental leave and pay changes

If you are a policyholder or you are leading on developing a new or revising an existing, University policy, process or decision in a College or Service then you are legally responsible for carrying out an Equality Analysis to consider equality issues and mitigate against possible discrimination.

The Equality Impact Assessment Process

\ 1. Complete the online Equality Analysis Form with reference to the Equality Impact Assessment Guidance.

Contact the Wellbeing, Inclusion and Culture Team if you:

• Have read the guidance but still have queries about assessing the impact of a policy on anyone with any protected characteristics
• Have identified any negative or unclear impacts on the Equality Impact Assessment form
• Are unsure about whether consultation would be helpful
• Require consultation as part of the Equality Impact Assessment

• Have any queries about the form which have not been clarified by the guidance or FAQs

• The Wellbeing, Inclusion and Culture Team will respond to your EIA form submission with a copy for your records and any feedback or necessary changes required.

• If consultation is required, the Wellbeing, Inclusion and Culture Team will discuss this with you and will advise on the necessary channels for the consultation exercise. If consultation is not required, this is the end of the Equality Impact Assessment process.