"I can reassure businesses that the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) takes how equality law is applied in everyday situations extremely seriously (Dozens of Labour MPs warn of chaos for firms over gender recognition advice, 23 October). It's our job to accurately explain how to implement the law in practice and we have taken every opportunity to do so since the supreme court clarified the meaning of sex in the Equality Act in April."
"Our updated code of practice for service providers, submitted to the UK government seven weeks ago, will help balance the rights of service users and protect everyone from discrimination. These updates haven't been rushed. Our consultation on the updated code heard from more than 50,000 organisations and individuals, including businesses, whose views helped make the guidance as clear as possible."
"The code includes practical examples, but it can't cover every set of circumstances or the physical layout of every premises. Some businesses may require changes to policies; some may require the redesignation or reconfiguration of facilities as a proportionate solution that enables each service provider to comply with the law. But I must also emphasise that it is the Equality Act that businesses need to implement."
The Equality and Human Rights Commission emphasizes serious attention to the everyday application of equality law and offers practical implementation guidance following the Supreme Court clarification of sex in the Equality Act. An updated code of practice for service providers was submitted to the UK government seven weeks ago to balance service users' rights and protect against discrimination. A consultation received input from more than 50,000 organisations and individuals, including businesses, informing clearer guidance and practical examples. The code cannot cover every circumstance or premises layout; businesses may need policy changes or facility redesignation or reconfiguration as proportionate measures. Litigation carries financial and reputational costs. The commission advises and upholds the law but does not make it.
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