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Equality Act 2010

The Equality Act 2010 provides a new legislative framework to protect the rights of individuals and advance equality of opportunity for all. It replaces existing anti-discrimination laws with a single act.

Voluntary organisations, when they are providers of goods, facilities or services have the same responsibilities under the Equalities Act as any other organisation.

The links below provide a clear introduction to the Equality Act, further information and guidance on its implementation for voluntary and community organisations.

Introduction to the Equality Act

http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/equalities/equality-act/

Summary guidance for voluntary and community organisations

http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/publications/equalities/equality-act-publications/equality-act-guidance/vcs-service-providers?view=Binary

Further information

http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/publications/equalities/equality-act-publications/equality-act-guidance/

Further signposting support is also available from Martin Gregg at CVS South Gloucestershire on 01454 865205 or email martin.gregg@cvs-sg.org.uk