Equality And Diversity

Question 1

What provisions of the Codes are relevant to equality and diversity?

Answer 1

CCS 1.1 - Do not unfair discriminate

CCS 3.4 - Take account of your clients attributes, needs and circumstances

Question 2

What responsibilities do firms and solicitors have under EDI Guidance?

Answer 2

• Provide reasonable adjustments to disabled clients and employees. Do not pass on the costs
• Encourage diversity at all levels of the workforce
• Collect, report and publish data about the diversity of your workforce
• Have a complaints procedure in place

Question 3

What further optional steps may firms take?

Answer 3

• Produce a statement
• Monitor and analyse diversity of staff and clients
• Draft and implement an EDI policy
• Have a recruitment and promotions policy
• Give senior leadership EDI responsibilities

Question 4

What forms of discrimination exist?

Answer 4

• Direct discrimination
• Indirect discrimination
• Harassment
• Victimisation
• Less favourable treatment