We have been granted permission to intervene in an upcoming judicial review. It will examine whether the Metropolitan Police’s use of live facial recognition technology complies with human rights law. Read more about our intervention here:

Our #AI case studies show how local authorities are using artificial intelligence responsibly while protecting equality and human rights. From Camden's resident-led data charter to Hounslow's automated translation services. Read here: #AIEquality

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We recently published new research to help tackle persistent race inequalities in maternity and neonatal care. Our findings are useful for ICBs and health bodies, such as.- maternity and neonatal services.- GP practices.- regulators. 🔗

Pregnancy and maternity is one of the nine protected characteristics covered by the Equality Act. Our guidance outlines different types of pregnancy and maternity discrimination as well as your workplace rights. Read more here 👉

The right to peaceful protest is fundamental to our democracy. We have written to the Home Secretary and Metropolitan Police Commissioner to ensure policing responses to recent demonstrations are proportionate and protect fundamental rights.

Every child deserves to thrive in school. Discriminating against pupils because of their hair may have a negative effect on pupils’ mental health and wellbeing. Read our guidance on preventing hair discrimination in schools here:

RT @EHRCScotland: We have directed NHS Fife to take action to ensure compliance with Regulation 5 of the Equality Act 2010 (Specific Duties….

🎓 A-level Results Day! Every child deserves equal access to education. As the UK's National Human Rights Institution, we monitor government progress on realising the right to education equality under international law. Latest assessments: #ALevelResults

Public bodies in England must understand how their policies impact people with protected characteristics. Our 10-step guide helps you consider equality in a structured and proportionate way, and meet your legal duties under the Equality Act. Read here:

The international community agreed a treaty to eliminate racial discrimination in 1965. In 1969, the UK agreed to follow the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination. Find out more on the UK's record here 👇 .

Discriminating against someone with a protected characteristic is illegal. The Equality Act safeguards nine characteristics, including race. Race can mean colour, nationality, citizenship, ethnic or national origins. Discover more 👉

Our Chief Executive, John Kirkpatrick has written a letter to the Times in response to media coverage about the content and process of updating our code of practice for services, public functions and associations. Read the letter here:

Our #AI case studies show how local authorities are using artificial intelligence responsibly while protecting equality and human rights. From Camden's resident-led data charter to Hounslow's automated translation services. Read here: #AIEquality

Our new research looks at how the socio-economic duty works in Scotland and Wales. As the UK government considers a rollout in England, public bodies told us they need more support, like guidance, training and sharing good practice. Find out more:

Everyone has a right to feel safe and supported at work. Employers must take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their workers. We have produced practical guidance on how employers can meet their obligations. Read our 8 step guide here:

We have published new research to help tackle persistent race inequalities in maternity and neonatal care. Our findings and recommended actions are useful for ICBs and health bodies, such as.- maternity and neonatal services.- GP practices.- regulators. 🔗

Our human rights tracker is an online tool to help you track how well the UK and Welsh governments are putting their human rights duties into practice. Find out more:

Employers must ensure their employees do not face sexual harassment in the workplace. We've produced a guide detailing what sexual harassment in the workplace is and how it can be spotted, tackled and prevented. Discover more here:

We welcome confirmation of the appointment of Dr Stephenson as our next Chair by @bphillipsonMP Minister for Women and Equalities

In 2020, a whistleblower raised concerns about discriminatory booking practices at Pontins. Following a legal agreement and subsequent investigation, we found evidence of direct race discrimination. 📄 Read the full report: