Decision details

The Committee gave consideration to a report detailing work which has been undertaken to develop a new set of Equality Outcomes which will cover the period May 2025 to April 2029 as required to comply with the Public Sector Equality Duty.

Decision

The Policy and Resources Committee approved the following set of Equality Outcomes for the period 2025-2029 –

1.    We make access to information and services easier for people with protected characteristics.

2.    Our communities are safe for, and welcoming to, people with protected characteristics.

3.    We raise awareness of issues and challenges faced by people with protected characteristics along with ways to accommodate and support them.

4.    Argyll and Bute welcomes New Scots and supports them.

5.    We ensure people with protected characteristics are enabled to progress.

6.    Our work relating to equalities and people with protected characteristics is coordinated across the organisation and its partners and is strategically aligned.

(Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Customer Support Services dated 14 January 2025, submitted)