Equal Opportunities

& Diversity Policy

Peter Drew Contracts Ltd (the company ) recognise that everyone has a contribution to make to our society and a right to equal opportunity.

No job applicant or employee, member, volunteer or organisation/individual to which we provide services, will be discriminated against by us on the grounds of:

  • Gender (including sex, marriage, gender re-assignment)

  • Race (including ethnic origin, colour, nationality and national origin)

  • Disability

  • Sexual orientation

  • Religion or belief

  • Age

Our Aims

We aim to promote equal opportunities, eliminate discrimination and eliminate harassment through the following:

  • Oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.

  • All employees will be treated fairly and with respect.

  • All vacancies will be advertised internally and externally simultaneously.

  • Selection for employment promotion, training or any other benefit will be on the basis of aptitude and ability.

  • All employees will be helped and encouraged to develop their full potential and the talents and resources of individuals will be fully utilised to maximise the efficiency of the organisation.

  • All employees have a legal and moral obligation not to discriminate and to report incidents of discrimination against any individual or group of individuals to the directors.

Our commitment:

  • We aim to create an environment in which individual differences and the contributions of all our staff, volunteers, members and beneficiaries are recognised and valued.

  • Every employee is entitled to be part of an environment that promotes dignity and respect to all.

  • No form of intimidation, bullying or harassment will be tolerated.

  • Training, development and progression opportunities are available to all staff/volunteers.

  • Breaches of our equality policy will be regarded as misconduct and could lead to disciplinary proceedings.

  • This policy is fully supported by the directors and has been agreed with employees representatives.

  • The successful implementation of this policy depends on the awareness and commitment of all employees.

  • All new staff will be made aware of it’s existence and on joining the organisation, and reminded they must conform with it on a regular basis.

Directors

Peter Drew Contracts Ltd