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We lead on equality policy including women’s equality, race equality, LGBT+ equality, disability equality, socio-economic equality and the overall framework of equality legislation for the UK. OEO works with the Cabinet Office .
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) was an independent non-departmental public body, (NDPB) in the United Kingdom, which tackled sex discrimination and promoted gender equality. It was replaced by the Equality and Human Rights Commission.
Information and guidance on the Equality Act 2010, including age discrimination and public sector Equality Duty.
Discrimination policy and equal opportunities in recruitment and in the workplace - age discrimination, disabled workers, gender reassignment, sex discrimination
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We work across government and beyond to identify and tackle racial and ethnic inequalities – through legislation, policy and data. REU is part of the Cabinet Office and the Office for Equality and Opportunity .
Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Lord Fairley on 21 January 2026.
A new call for evidence [launched today] will enable business, trade unions and civil society to shape action helping everyone, no matter their background, to thrive under the government's Plan for Change.
Statutory guidance to help health professionals provide an inclusive screening programme to all eligible people.
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