The Equality and Human Rights Commission has published its strategic plan for 2012 to 2015. The plan identifies how the Commission can add most value to the protection and promotion of equality and human rights through the effective use of its powers as the National Human Rights Institution.
The Commission’s 2012/15 strategic plan is the result of widespread consultation with partners, stakeholders and the public. The Commission will refocus its activities to a more enabling role to support the development of policies and services that promote equality of opportunity and safeguard fundamental human rights. The plan identifies three strategic priorities: (i) To promote fairness and equality of opportunity in Britain’s future economy; (ii) To promote fair access to public services, and autonomy and dignity in service delivery; and (iii) To promote dignity and respect, and safeguard people’s safety. As the Commission’s budget has been cut significantly a organisational change programme will result in staff numbers being reduced from 420 to between 150 and 180.
This provides summary information and comment on the subject areas covered. Where employment tribunal and appellate court cases are reported, the information does not set out all of the facts, the legal arguments presented and the judgments made in every aspect of the case. Employment law is subject to constant change either by statute or by interpretation by the courts. While every care has been taken in compiling this information, we cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Specialist legal advice must be taken on any legal issues that may arise before embarking upon any formal course of action.
