Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace
Inclusive events don’t happen by accident they are designed with access in mind. Whether you’re organising a meeting, training session, conference or community event, Deaf awareness is a vital part of equality and inclusion. Making events Deaf aware ensures that deaf people and people with hearing loss can fully participate, contribute and engage not as
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What is changing, why it matters, and who it affects From 1 January 2027, the government plans to reduce the qualifying period for unfair dismissal claims from two years to six months. This is one of the most significant changes to employment law in recent years and will affect how organisations recruit, manage, support, and
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In today’s workplaces, many people still experience microaggressions subtle, often unintentional comments or behaviours that cause harm. While some may dismiss them as “just a joke” or “banter,” research shows that 83% of people have experienced microaggressions at work, and the cumulative effect can feel like “death by a thousand cuts.” Examples include: These may
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Foreword Silence is not neutral. Across every sector — from employers and schools to councils, charities, and the police — we must create spaces for courageous conversations about discrimination. Checking in with staff and volunteers is not a tick-box exercise but an act of accountability and leadership. This post explores what each sector must do,
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The Story in a Nutshell A recent UK employment tribunal stirred debate when it upheld an employer’s right to reject a candidate based on perceived incompatibility with the existing team even if the reason seemed trivial. In Kalina v. Digitas LBI, the tribunal heard that the applicant, a Tottenham Hotspur supporter, was deemed not to
5 Things Every Manager Gets Wrong About EDI (and what to do instead) Practical, UK-specific steps to move from performative to embedded inclusion Institutional racism, bias, and exclusion aren’t problems of the past; they’re still present in UK workplaces today. Too many organisations treat EDI as a tick-box exercise rather than a cultural shift. Here
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I help UK organisations move from performative inclusion to meaningful change. My approach is plain-English, lawful, and actionable. The Equality Act 2010 sets out clear responsibilities for employers: It also makes employers vicariously liable for unlawful acts committed by their staff in the course of employment unless they can show they took all reasonable steps
Why This Matters Job interviews are more than just a meeting on a calendar. For candidates, they often mean: When candidates are invited to interview for a role that has already been informally decided, it’s more than just a waste of time, it’s a breach of trust. The Candidate’s Perspective Many candidates have shared that:
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Over the weekend, I read a story on LinkedIn that left me both saddened and angry.A blind woman went to a South Asian supermarket to buy spices for her dad’s lamb curry. She was accompanied by her guide dog, Quark. What happened next was unacceptable. The security guard immediately told her to “take your pet
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Recent discussions in Scotland have highlighted the importance of ensuring fairness in workplace policies, particularly regarding single-sex spaces and inclusion. The Scottish Government has reiterated its commitment to working with the UK’s equalities regulator, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC), to navigate the complex issues surrounding access to single-sex changing spaces in workplaces. Key
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