Equality and diversity
The Government Legal Department (GLD) has a strong commitment to equality for all regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
Externally, GLD’s continued success is dependent upon our ability to anticipate, understand, adapt and respond to the changing values, needs and expectations of our clients and of society. Having a culturally diverse workforce improves our ability to conduct our business.
Our duties under the Equality Act 2010
When we make decisions, we have a duty under the Equality Act 2010 to have due regard to the need to:
- eliminate discrimination, harassment and victimisation
- promote equality of opportunity
- foster good relations between people from different groups
Diversity and inclusion statement
GLD’s proud and lasting commitment to ‘inclusion for all’ and ensuring the wellbeing or our people at work is how we will become a higher performing organisation.
We continue to build on our values, culture and approach to building a strong, diverse and inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected and can thrive.
To welcome fresh perspectives, innovation and diversity of thought because respectful conversations and challenge is crucial to building a truly inclusive GLD.