Workforce equalities profile 2023 to 2024

Based on the current workforce data we plan to prioritise the following equality, diversity and inclusion actions:

• continue to identify opportunities to improve data collection options and processes to ensure that staff feel empowered to share their protected data in the workplace, enabling us to have a fuller picture of our staff profile at various levels of the organisation
• identify and develop progression opportunities to ensure that staff from all levels can grow and thrive within our organisation, to develop leaders of tomorrow
• implement additional training and resources for managers on inclusion and diversity to ensure consistent recruitment practices across the organisation
• continue to highlight both externally and internally that we value diversity and will continue to strive to bring in and develop staff diverse backgrounds and cultures, including those with disabilities

Our annual Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Action plans outline our ambitions regarding equality of opportunity, diversity, and inclusion within the Council. Ongoing review and development of our recruitment and retention practices is integral to supporting and growing the diversity of our workforce at every level.

We want to enable our current and future workforce to reach their full potential. We know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that is why we are working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation.