University Equality Scheme 2011-2015 and our equality objectives
The Fairness and Diversity Policy is the University's overarching equality policy. It sets out our commitment to equality, the legal responsibilities of the University and its members and information on how to complain to the University if you feel you have been unfairly treated. Please note that the Policy is currently pending review in light of the Equality Act and the University's new Equality Scheme, below.
Fairness and Diversity Policy (PDF 22KB, opens new window)
The University's Equality Scheme sets out the University's equality objectives and the actions we will take to achieve them. The Scheme supports the promotion of equality, elimination of discrimination and fostering of good relations between different groups of people across all of our activities and in relation to the protected characteristics of age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
Equality Scheme - Framework (PDF 136KB, opens new window)
Equality Scheme - Equality Objectives (PDF 266KB, opens new window)
Equality Scheme - Evidence Base (PDF 304KB opens new window)
Equality Scheme - Appendices (PDF 114KB opens new window)
Under the Equality Act 2010, the University must publish information on an annual basis demonstrating how it is complying with the Equality Duty, and make this information publicly available. The 2012 Publication of Equality Information report sets out data and information in relation to students and staff and the protected characteristics of age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
Publication of Equality Information Report 2012 (PDF 1.13MB, opens in new window)
The Harassment and Bullying Policy outlines the University's position on unacceptable behaviour, the actions it will take to address such behaviour and the process for students and staff wishing to make a complaint. It also provides information on support services for students and staff, including the Harassment Advisers' Service.
Harassment and Bullying Policy (PDF, 154KB, opens new window)
Harassment and Bullying leaflet (PDF, 366KB, opens new window)
This guidance provides information on support for students or staff who experience emotional distress and mental health difficulties.
Guidance on Promoting Mental Health and Wellbeing (PDF, 357KB, opens new window)
