Comprehensive Equality and Diversity Policy

Shrewsbury and Atcham Borough Council work is guided by a clear set of objectives and values, one of which is equality. The Council is committed to eliminating discrimination, promoting equality of opportunity and good relations within the community. The Council is determined to do everything we can to make sure that people are treated fairly, that everyone has access to good quality services and all can take part in shaping the Borough’s future.

Discrimination, which results in unfairness in any aspect of the Council’s employment policies and practices or service delivery arrangements, will not be acceptable under any circumstances.

Of course, it is easier to say such things than to deliver on them and this is why we have developed an equalities policy that clearly states our commitments and lays out practical actions aimed at achieving them.

This document illustrates the Council’s commitment to equalities and serves as a strategy and action plan to ensure our commitment shall be expressed and implemented through the Council’s employment policies, practices, service delivery arrangements and community leadership role.

Click on the icon below to view the Comprehensive Equality and Diversity Policy dated January 2006.

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