Equality Standard for Local Government
Introduction
Leeds City Council has adopted the Equality Standard for local government. This standard guides us through the steps that we need to take to make sure we consider equality issues in all our work. As part of our partnership with Leeds City Council, WestNortWest Homes has to comply with this standard.
What is the Equality Standard?
The Equality Standard has been developed by the Employers’ Organisation for Local Government, Equal Opportunities Commission, the Commission for Racial Equality and the Disability Rights Commission, and:
- Recognises the importance of fair and equal treatment;
- is a tool to mainstream equality, and
- provides a comprehensive and systematic approach.
How many levels are there for this standard?
The Standard covers employment and service delivery. It is set out over 5 Levels, from writing a policy and setting targets to monitoring and reviewing work that has been done.
Level 1: Commitment to a comprehensive equality policy
Level 2: Assessment and consultation
Level 3: Setting equality objectives and targets
Level 4: Information systems and monitoring against targets
Level 5: Achieving and reviewing outcomes
Each level includes the following sections:
- Leadership
- Impact Assessments
- Monitoring
- Consultation
- Procurement
- Employment
WestNorth West Homes have achieved Levels 1 to 3 of the Equality Standard and are now working towards achieving Level 4.
Level 4 involves implementing Equality Impact Assessments. Further information on these is available under the Equality Standard header on the left.