Inclusive Environments Flashcards
What are the minimum expectations of the Equality Act 2010?
It is unlawful to discriminate against:
- Age
- Disability
- Gender reassignment
- Marriage and civil partnership
- Pregnancy and maternity
- Race
- Religion or belief
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
What further measures are provided beyond the Equality Act 2010 to produce an inclusive environment?
Taking proactive measures to encourage inclusivity, reduce stereotypes and unconscious bias.
What part of the Building Regulations relates to inclusive environments?
Approved Document M.
How does the NPPF contribute towards ensuring inclusive environments?
Sets out the policies which requires planning policies and decisions to be based on inclusive design.
What is meant by inclusive design?
Designing the built environment, including buildings and their surrounding spaces, to ensure that they can be accessed and used by everyone.
What does Part M of the Building Regulations give guidance on?
Access and use of buildings and their facilities.