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People Group Services Limited
Company Number: 11570329

Inclusion & Equal Opportunities Policy

Policy Statement 

People Group Services is committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals and to creating an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, respected and supported. We are committed to ensuring that no individual is treated less favourably or disadvantaged unlawfully on the grounds of protected characteristics or any other irrelevant factor. 

People Group Services promotes equality, dignity and respect for all individuals and will take all reasonable steps to eliminate discrimination, harassment and victimisation in the workplace. 

Scope 

This policy applies to all individuals working for or on behalf of People Group Services®, including: 

  • Employees 
  • Directors and officers 
  • Workers and agency workers 
  • Contractors and consultants 
  • Applicants for employment or engagement 

It applies to all stages of engagement, including recruitment, selection, training, promotion, pay, working conditions and termination. 

Legal Framework 

This policy is aligned with all relevant UK legislation, including but not limited to: 

  • Equality Act 2010 
  • Employment Rights Act 1996 
  • Human Rights Act 1998 
  • Part-Time Workers (Prevention of Less Favourable Treatment) Regulations 2000 
  • Fixed-term Employees (Prevention of Less Favourable Treatment) Regulations 2002 

Protected Characteristics 

In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, People Group Services will not discriminate on the basis of the following protected characteristics: 

  • Age 
  • Disability 
  • Gender reassignment 
  • Marriage and civil partnership 
  • Pregnancy and maternity 
  • Race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin) 
  • Religion or belief 
  • Sex 
  • Sexual orientation 

People Group Services also promotes inclusion and fairness in relation to background, ability, experience, caring responsibilities and socio-economic circumstances.

Forms of Prohibited Conduct 

People Group Services prohibits all forms of unlawful discrimination, including: 

  • Direct discrimination 
  • Indirect discrimination 
  • Harassment, including unwanted conduct that violates dignity or creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading or offensive environment 
  • Victimisation, including treating someone unfavourably because they have raised or supported a complaint 

Equal Access and Inclusion 

People Group Services is committed to: 

  • Fair and objective recruitment and selection processes 
  • Equal access to training, development and promotion 
  • Pay and reward decisions based on merit and business need 
  • Creating an inclusive environment for individuals of all genders, sexes, origins, religions, disabilities and abilities 

Disability and Reasonable Adjustments 

People Group Services will make reasonable adjustments to remove barriers for individuals with disabilities. This may include adjustments to: 

  • Working arrangements 
  • Equipment or systems 
  • Recruitment processes 
  • Communication methods 

Responsibilities 

  • The Board and senior management are responsible for promoting equality and ensuring compliance with this policy. 
  • Managers are responsible for implementing the policy fairly and consistently. 
  • All individuals working for or with People Group Services are responsible for complying with this policy and treating others with dignity and respect. 

Complaints and Reporting 

Any individual who believes they have experienced discrimination, harassment or victimisation is encouraged to raise the matter promptly. 

Concerns will be: 

  • Taken seriously 
  • Handled confidentially where possible 
  • Investigated fairly and without bias 

Non-Retaliation 

People Group Services strictly prohibits retaliation against any individual who: 

  • Raises a concern in good faith 
  • Supports another person’s complaint 
  • Participates in an investigation 

Any retaliation will be treated as a serious disciplinary matter. 

Breaches of Policy 

Breaches of this policy may result in: 

  • Disciplinary action 
  • Termination of employment or engagement 
  • Legal or regulatory action where appropriate 

Monitoring and Review 

People Group Services will review this policy regularly to ensure continued compliance with UK law and best practice and to promote equality and inclusion across the organisation. 

Review and Approval 

This policy is reviewed annually by the Board of People Group Services or sooner if required by changes in legislation or organisational structure. 

Declaration

This Policy is approved by the Board of Directors of: People Group Services Limited Company Number: 11570329

Last updated: 23rd February 2026