Equality Impact Assessments
What is an Equality Impact Assessment?
An Equality Impact Assessment is a
process of systematically analysing a new or existing policy or
service to identify what impact or likely
impact it will have on different groups within the
community. The primary concern is
to identify any discriminatory or negative
consequences for a particular group or sector of the
community. Equality impact Assessments (EIAs) can be
carried out in relation to service delivery as well as
employment policies and strategies.
Why carry out an Equality Impact Assessment?
The purpose of conducting equality impact
assessments is to make sure that service users needs
are met, that there is no discrimination against any groups
and that, where possible, the Council is actively promoting
equality.
Undertaking equality impact
assessments for race, disability and gender equality is a
legal duty on all public bodies, including Bath and North East
Somerset Council. The Council is also committed
to assessing its policies and services for their impact in
relation to sexual orientation, religion/belief and
age.
