UK businesses see 92% surge in demand for DEI resources as US corporations scale back initiatives

The UK's interest in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) resources has greatly increased following the US's withdrawal from DEI initiatives. Companies in the UK are still bound by legally mandated DEI standards, unlike their US counterparts. Skillcast reported a 92% rise in engagement with its guide on protected characteristics under the UK's Equality Act 2010. This trend coincides with Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week, underscoring the critical importance of effective workplace policies. Nevertheless, gaps in workplace DEI practices persist, highlighting ongoing challenges despite legal protections.

"By setting a precedent for companies to deprioritise DEI, this shift has risked stalling and reversing decades of progress in cultivating inclusive workplaces, potentially leading to a hazardous environment for employees."

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