Equality And Diversity Flashcards
1
Q
What provisions of the Codes are relevant to equality and diversity?
A
CCS 1.1 - Do not unfair discriminate
CCS 3.4 - Take account of your clients attributes, needs and circumstances
2
Q
What responsibilities do firms and solicitors have under EDI Guidance?
A
- 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
3
Q
What further optional steps may firms take?
A
- 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
4
Q
What forms of discrimination exist?
A
- Direct discrimination
- Indirect discrimination
- Harassment
- Victimisation
- Less favourable treatment
