Equality Act 2010
Councils are currently discussing the interpretation of protected characteristics, ensuring accessibility, and reporting on equality duties under the Equality Act 2010.
Enfield Council's Equalities Board reviewed its Annual Equalities Report for 2025/26 and set priorities for its work programme in September 2026. Separately, Waltham Forest Council considered an Equality Impact Assessment in December 2025 for proposed Pay-to-Park changes, which could affect various groups. Haringey Council also accepted a grant in March 2026 to help prevent rough sleeping, fulfilling its statutory responsibilities under the Act.
Camden Council is focusing on improving disabled access in licensed premises, noting its duties under the Equality Act 2010, with discussions in November 2025 and a warning issued in July 2025. In July 2025, Lambeth Council debated the implications of a Supreme Court ruling clarifying that "man, woman, and sex" in the Act refer to biological sex, reaffirming support for trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse residents.
The Equality Act 2010 is UK legislation that provides the basis for anti-discrimination law, consolidating previous acts and protecting individuals from discrimination based on characteristics such as age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, and race.
Key facts
- Haringey Council accepted a £2.1 million grant in March 2026 to prevent rough sleeping, fulfilling duties under the Equality Act 2010. Source
- Waltham Forest Council considered an Equality Impact Assessment for Pay-to-Park changes in December 2025. Source
- Camden Council discussed improving disabled access in licensed premises in November 2025, citing duties under the Equality Act 2010. Source
- Lambeth Council debated a Supreme Court ruling in July 2025 that clarified 'sex' in the Equality Act 2010 refers to biological sex. Source 1 Source 2
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This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.