disability inclusion

New disability inclusion resources available for businesses online

The resources are designed to “provide practical advice” on becoming disability-inclusive

Report reveals that ill-health and disability has risen with longer life

With the proportion of life spent in good health in decline, are workplaces flexible enough for employees with long-term conditions?

How to attract more disabled candidates to job roles

Partnering with specialist agencies is one way to try and hire more disabled candidates

1.2 million disabled people could be eligible for this transport scheme, are employers aware?

The Mobility Scheme offers affordable car, scooter and wheelchair options for disabled people

Six businesses that help groups impacted by COVID-19 receive funding

These organisations provide innovative solutions for disadvantaged job seekers and other groups financially affected by COVID-19

Hybrid working could lead to discrimination and lack of diversity

Employers must ensure that hybrid working doesn’t leave remote teams, including minority employees, out of the picture

Supporting hard of hearing employees in the workplace

Retentive and recruitment processes can be adapted to support people with hearing loss

EHRC warns retailers about face mask discrimination

Retailers risk violating the Equality Act 2020 if they refuse customers who are exempt from wearing face coverings

Employee trust key to understanding needs of disabled workforce

Organisations wanting to gain an accurate picture of their disabled workforce need to build understanding and trust

Employees more engaged with D&I than last year

Employees are more engaged with their firm’s D&I but minorities are still disproportionately feeling the strain of the pandemic