(a)   We are an equal opportunities employer. The aim of this policy is that everyone should have the same opportunities for employment and promotion based on their ability, qualifications and suitability for the work. We will need to keep to, and go beyond, equal opportunities legislation.

(b) We have designed this policy to make sure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment because of their race, sex, religion/belief, disability, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or caring responsibilities, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

(c) It is our policy to develop and maintain positive measures so we recruit, develop and hold on to people with disabilities, keep to the law and encourage best practice.

(a) Equal opportunities and diversity cover all aspects of working life. The understanding and views of people on related issues are shown through their behaviour.

(b) You must not discriminate against any person or group when recruiting, choosing, training, promoting or paying people

(c) Harassment is also a type of discrimination and we will treat it as such under the terms of this policy. We will not tolerate any type of harassment or bullying, including offensive remarks, at work.

(d) We will encourage you to tell us about any disability you may have and your ethnic background.

(e) We will follow the Disability Discrimination Act and will make reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities. If you become disabled while working for us, we will do everything possible to make sure you can keep working for us.

(f) You must keep to this policy. If you do not, we may take disciplinary action against you.

(g) If you consider that you are suffering from harassment or have been discriminated against, you should make your complaint in line with our grievance procedure.

 

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