Decision details

To approve the EDI Strategy and Action Plan.

Decision

(a)           That Cabinet supports the adoption and supporting definitions for the 7 local protected characteristics.

(b)           That Cabinet approve the EDI Strategy and Action Plan 2024 – 2027

(c)           That Cabinet approve the supporting detailed EDI Action plan which covered the period 2024 – 2027.

Reasons for the decision

To ensure that Dorset Council’s workplace and services were meeting the need of everyone, we had the responsibility to listen and respond better. As one of the county’s largest employers, we also had responsibility to lead by example.