Equality Act 2010
Councils are currently addressing their responsibilities under the Equality Act 2010, with Barnet Council approving its annual equalities report.
Barnet Council's Cabinet approved the publication of its Annual Equalities Report in February 2026, detailing the council's commitment to its statutory responsibilities under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duty. The report outlines progress against the Towards a Fair Barnet Roadmap 2024-2030 strategic equalities objectives.
Looking ahead, an Executive Decision meeting is scheduled for Waltham Forest in October 2026, where the topic of the Equality Act 2010 is on the agenda for discussion or decision.
The Equality Act 2010 is UK legislation that protects people from discrimination on the basis of certain characteristics, requiring public bodies to have due regard to advancing equality of opportunity.
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