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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 4h

We recently launched our first guide on using equality data for uniformed services in Great Britain. The guidance helps police, fire and armed forces: - improve data collection - tackle harassment and discrimination - support recruitment/retention 👉 ow.ly/H1lU50ZVs3O

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

The human rights record of every United Nations member state is subject to regular review by other states. Every five years under the Universal Periodic Review (UPR), recommendations are made to help improve protections. Discover more: ow.ly/VTq450ZVeSG

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

New independent evaluation out now: how are Scotland's colleges and universities getting on with the National Equality Outcomes, our joint approach with Scottish Funding Council to tackle persistent inequalities in further and higher education? Read more: ow.ly/6gAT50ZUx6X

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

The International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) has championed human rights for nearly 60 years. The UK signed up in 1976, promising rights such as freedom of expression and the right to a fair trial. Find out more 👉 ow.ly/8kIa50ZTXu4

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

We’re offering travel funding for GB civil society orgs to attend the UN examination of the UK’s compliance with the  Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW). Apply before 5pm on Friday 30 October 2026: ow.ly/o09b50ZTQPt

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Since 2019, we've been a prescribed body for whistleblowing, meaning workers can report concerns about employer breaches of equality and human rights law to us. Read our latest report on how we handle these disclosures: ow.ly/1ZjV50ZTzX5

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

We have published our annual Wales Impact Report, which shows the range and impact of our work to protect and promote rights and make Wales fairer in 2025 to 2026. To read more: ow.ly/mkSU50ZT8gX

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Involved in schools in England, Scotland or Wales? Want to make them better? Use our consultation to share your views on the draft technical guidance for schools. Our consultation is open until 11:59pm today : ow.ly/Tmyl50ZSIt4

Equality and Human Rights Commission invites feedback on technical guidance for schools in Britain, closing today.

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Share your views on our recently published draft Technical Guidance for Schools if you are involved in schools in England, Scotland or Wales: ow.ly/Bz3Z50ZSkc3 Our consultation is open until 11:59pm tomorrow - 30 September. Get involved and make a difference!

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Work in schools in England, Scotland or Wales? We want your views on our draft technical guidance for schools. Our consultation is open until Wednesday 30 September — help us make it as useful as possible: ow.ly/Lq4650ZRuuC

Equality and Human Rights Commission invites input on technical guidance for British schools before Wednesday deadline.

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Work in schools in England, Scotland or Wales? We want your views on our draft technical guidance for schools. Our consultation is open until 30 September — help us make it as useful as possible: ow.ly/1BuB50ZRkv3

Equality and Human Rights Commission invites input on improving British schools through technical guidance consultation closing soon.

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We have the power to advise government on any matter related to equality, diversity and human rights. Our parliamentary briefings and responses to government consultations are on this page: ow.ly/gHsP50ZR0uj

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Many disabled and older people face significant barriers to accessing key public services, such as public transport. Our strategic plan includes action to address these barriers, so everyone can participate in society. Read our strategic plan here: ow.ly/tua350ZQCIa

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Last year we published new research to help tackle persistent race inequalities in maternity and neonatal care. Our findings are useful for ICBs and health bodies, such as: - maternity and neonatal services - GP practices - regulators 👉https://ow.ly/aM2R50ZQcyB

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Research found two thirds of working women between the ages of 40 and 60 with experience of menopausal symptoms said they have had a mostly negative impact on them at work. Read our guidance for employers to help support employees in the workplace: ow.ly/vLrP50ZPJAR

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

New @ennhri.bsky.social Rule of Law Report Drawing on evidence from #NHRIs across Europe, the report explores key rule of law and human rights developments, with dedicated sections on disinformation and law-making processes. Read it here 👇 ow.ly/lEaF50ZPaaK

Equality and Human Rights Commission announces new ENNHRI Rule of Law Report release.

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Today is International Equal Pay Day! As set out in the Equality Act 2010, men and women in the same employment performing equal work must receive equal pay in Great Britain, unless any difference in pay can be justified. Find out more: ow.ly/FkNh50ZP0xi #EqualPayDay

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Have you ever considered your human rights and what they mean to you? Human rights are the basic rights and freedoms that belong to every person in the world, from birth until death. Find out more about them and our work on our website: ow.ly/WKMm50ZOlPM #humanrights

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

The Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED) places a legal obligation on public authorities to consider equality and good relations in their day-to-day activities. Find out more: ow.ly/1zVf50ZNUbC

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

As part of our Strategic Plan 2025 to 2028, we are committed to ensuring everyone has the freedom to connect with the people and places they value most. Read our guiding principles for accessible transport here: ow.ly/yuGa50ZNFQY

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Pregnancy and maternity guidance is essential reading for employers. Our toolkits are here to help: Pregnancy guide 👉 ow.ly/Wiq350ZM28n Parental leave guide 👉 ow.ly/pKkG50ZM28o Return to work guide 👉 ow.ly/yftl50ZM28m

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The Worker Protection Act came into force in October 2024 Employers have a legal duty to protect their employees and prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Our technical guidance will help employers understand their legal responsibilities: ow.ly/vui350ZLvOv

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

As an A-status National Human Rights Institution, we provide independent, expert guidance to help protect your human rights, like our guidance for employers on how they can support disabled workers with hybrid working. Read our guidance here 👉 orlo.uk/bWoB2

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

We would like your views on our recently published Technical Guidance for Schools if you are involved in schools in England, Scotland or Wales: ow.ly/hhbG50ZJu99 Our consultation is open until 30 September.

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Every child deserves to thrive in school. Discriminating against pupils because of their hair may have a negative effect on pupils’ mental health and wellbeing. Read our guidance on preventing hair discrimination in schools here: ow.ly/HxUB50ZJtpt

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

We would like your views on our recently published Technical Guidance for Schools if you are involved in schools in England, Scotland or Wales: ow.ly/3HPE50ZITeE Our consultation is open until 30 September.

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

We've concluded our legal agreement with the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) after monitoring a series of workplace improvements. The WRU is 'a safer place to work' following action to tackle discrimination and harassment. Full story: ow.ly/enyL50ZIy2k

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

We enforce the Equality Act 2010 and have unique powers to investigate when the law isn’t followed. Sometimes we assist in significant legal cases and at other times we undertake pre-enforcement work. Find out more about our legal action here 👇 ow.ly/A5Wp50ZHcJa

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

After disabled festival-goers reported problems with stage access, accessible toilets and being questioned about their disabilities, we secured an agreement to drive change at festivals including Reading and Leeds, Download and Wireless. Read here : ow.ly/PWcZ50ZGyzt

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Our world-leading Human Rights Tracker has been updated with new assessments: ow.ly/Pg7y50ZG98R See how the UK and Welsh governments are performing on rights to food, healthcare, education, fair wages and housing, for all.

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Our world-leading Human Rights Tracker has been updated with new assessments today: ow.ly/AqGQ50ZFZuC See how the UK and Welsh governments are performing on rights to food, healthcare, education, fair wages and housing.

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

The effort to ensure women enjoy human rights on an equal basis with men is ongoing. Since 1986, the UK has been working to meet its commitment to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW). Find out more: ow.ly/M1Zc50ZFK6k

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Public bodies in England must understand how their policies impact people with protected characteristics. Our 10-step guide helps you consider equality in a structured and proportionate way, and meet your legal duties under the Equality Act. Read here: ow.ly/VpA350ZATMA

Cover of a 10-step guide on Equality Impact Assessment by the Equality and Human Rights Commission with a circuit board design on the right.

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

We are running a consultation on our recently published Technical Guidance for Schools and would like to hear from you if you are involved in schools in England, Scotland or Wales : ow.ly/aC5M50ZAZyw

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Protecting and promoting the human rights of disabled people is at the heart of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). Adopted in 2006, the UK has been following the convention since 2009. Read more about it : ow.ly/aXe850ZATJR

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

In the UK, Black women face 4x and Asian women 2x higher maternal mortality rates than White women. This must change. Liverpool Women's Hospital is working to tackle these disparities on their maternity units. Read the case study: ow.ly/NiTp50ZATyE #MaternityCare

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

There are just under 6 weeks left to take part in our consultation on Technical Guidance for Schools. Closes 30 September at 11:59PM. We especially want views from school staff, governors, parents, carers, local authorities and equality law experts: ow.ly/laSF50ZBRGG

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

The Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED) places a legal obligation on public authorities to consider equality and good relations in their day-to-day activities. Find out more: ow.ly/UcAv50ZATv9

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Age is a protected characteristic in the Equality Act. It is unlawful to treat someone differently due to their #age, however the Equality Act also outlines some circumstances when being treated differently is lawful. Understand your rights: orlo.uk/53HGq

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Our Human Rights Tracker is a free-to-use online tool that allows you to see how well, or badly, the UK and Welsh governments are managing their human rights duties. Explore the regularly updated Human Rights Tracker : ow.ly/HhhV50ZvGmT

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Pregnancy and maternity guidance is essential reading for employers. Our toolkits are here to help: Pregnancy guide 👉 ow.ly/jnfP50Zv1Yf Parental leave guide 👉 ow.ly/B3Xl50Zv1Yh Return to work guide 👉 ow.ly/6GBK50Zv1Yg

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Equality and Human Rights Commission @equalityhumanright.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Discriminating against someone with a protected characteristic is illegal. The Equality Act safeguards nine characteristics, including race. Race can mean colour, nationality, citizenship, ethnic or national origins. Discover more 👉 ow.ly/Q0lu50Zv1PL

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