1. Cass Review - decision to accept the findings: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment

    Report on the assessment of impact of Scottish Government's decision to accept the findings of the Cass Review: Implications for Scotland report from a senior multidisciplinary clinical team within the office of the Chief Medical Officer on the rights and wellbeing of children and young people.

  2. NHS Scotland Global Citizenship Programme: Equality Impact Assessment Results

    The EQIA for the NHS Scotland Global Citizenship Programme has been updated. It concluded that the Programme has a positive impact on those with protected characteristics and that there are no negative impacts on people with protected characteristics working in NHS Scotland.

  3. Climate change - Scottish National Adaptation Plan 2024-2029: joint equalities impact assessment and Fairer Scotland Duty assessment

    Joint equalities impact assessment and Fairer Scotland Duty assessment undertaken for Scottish National Adaptation Plan 2024-2029.

  4. Community Learning and Development in Scotland and internationally: literature review

    This literature review documents research on Community Learning and Development (CLD) delivered within Scotland and internationally. The review forms part of the evidence base collected as part of the Independent Review of CLD, led by Kate Still.

  5. Community Learning and Development (CLD) - Statistics Brief

    This statistics brief presents data relevant to CLD in Scotland. While the Scottish Government does not collect or publish data on participation in, and the impact of, CLD, several sources provide information on the communities CLD is trying to reach.

  6. Independent Review of Community Learning and Development: consultation analysis

    This report summarises responses to the call for evidence on the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD) in Scotland. Findings are set out under the four main themes for the Review.

  7. Learning: For All. For Life. A report from the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD)

    This is the Report of the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD), which was led by Kate Still. The Independent Review began in December 2023 and was commissioned by the Minister for Higher and Further Education; and Veterans.

  8. Learning: For All. For Life. A report from the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD) – Learners Summary

    This is a Learners Summary of the Report of the Independent Review of Community Learning and Development (CLD). The review was led by Kate Still. It began in December 2023 and was commissioned by the Minister for Higher and Further Education; and Veterans.

  9. Community Learning and Development in Scotland and internationally: literature review - plain language summary

    A plain language summary of the literature review which documents research on Community Learning and Development (CLD) delivered within Scotland and internationally. The review forms part of the evidence base collected as part of the Independent Review of CLD, led by Kate Still.

  10. United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child - concluding observations 2023: SG initial response

    This report sets out the Scottish Government’s (SG) initial response to the UN Committee’s Concluding Observations. It outlines the progress made in relation to children’s rights in Scotland since the publication of the Position Statement of November 2022

  11. Prostitution - challenging and deterring men's demand: strategic approach

    Sets our our collective approach, working with stakeholders across the wider public and third sector, to challenge and deter men’s demand for prostitution and support those with experience of it.

  12. Ending conversion practices in Scotland: consultation

    Consultation containing detailed proposals for legislation to end conversion practices in Scotland.

  13. Ending conversion practices in Scotland: consultation summary

    Summarised version of our consultation on proposals for legislation to end conversion practices in Scotland.

  14. Ending conversion practices in Scotland: consultation summary - easy read

    Easy read version of a summary of our consultation on proposals for legislation to end conversion practices in Scotland.

  15. Housing Cladding Remediation (Scotland) Bill: equality impact assessment - easy read

    Easy read version of the equality impact assessment (EQIA) for the Housing (Cladding Remediation) (Scotland) Bill.

  16. Non-binary equality action plan: easy read

    The actions we will take to improve equality and bring about real, positive and lasting change to the lives of non-binary people in Scotland.

  17. Non-binary equality action plan: equality impact assessment

    Equality impact assessment (EQIA) for the non-binary equality action plan.

  18. Non-binary equality action plan

    The actions we will take to improve equality and bring about real, positive and lasting change to the lives of non-binary people in Scotland

  19. Equalities and wellbeing in manufacturing recommendations: one year report

    Summarises the progress made against the recommendations contained in the Equalities and Wellbeing in Manufacturing recommendations report which was published 13 June 2022.

  20. Hate crime strategy: easy read version

    An easy read version of Scotland's Hate Crime Strategy.

  21. iMatter Survey 2022: demographic data exploration

    Independent report by Webropol providing detailed information and analysis of staff experience in health and social care across Scotland, broken down by protected characteristics (as stated in Equality Act 2010). This report compiles data from the 2021 and 2022 iMatter survey.

  22. Equality outcomes and mainstreaming report 2023: easy read

    Provides an easy read update on the progress we are making to mainstreaming equality, inclusion, and human rights as an employer and decision-maker. It also provides an update on the equality outcomes for the 2021 to 2025 reporting period.

  23. Equality outcomes and mainstreaming report 2023

    Provides an update on the progress we are making to mainstreaming equality, inclusion, and human rights as an employer and decision-maker. It also provides an update on the equality outcomes for the 2021 to 2025 reporting period.

  24. Victims, Witnesses, and Justice Reform (Scotland) Bill: equality impact assessment

    Results of the equality impact assessment process for the Victims, Witnesses, and Justice Reform (Scotland) Bill. This process was undertaken to ensure that the Bill does not discriminate against any of the protected characteristics defined in the Equality Act 2010.

  25. Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022: data protection impact assessment

    Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) of the Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022.

  26. Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022: Fairer Scotland duty assessment

    Fairer Scotland Duty Assessment (FSDA) of the Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022.

  27. Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment

    Child rights and wellbeing impact assessment (CRWIA) of the Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022.

  28. Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022: island communities impact assessment

    Island Communities Impact Assessment (ICIA) of the Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022.

  29. Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022: equality impact assessment

    Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) of the Fair Work Action Plan 2022 and Anti-Racist Employment Strategy 2022.

  30. Equality, opportunity, community: New leadership - A fresh start

    This publication sets out the First Minister’s vision for Scotland and the outcomes he and his government aim to achieve by 2026.

  31. Scotland's Year of Stories 2022: equality impact assessment

    Scotland’s Year of Stories 2022 showcased Scotland’s strongest culture, tourism and events assets and other key aspects of society by creating a collaborative platform for partners to work together and maximise benefits. The report highlights evidence, opportunities and actions to boost equality.

  32. Fair Work First: guidance - March 2023

    Update November 2024: this guidance has been updated, including to clarify evidence requirements for demonstrating compliance with the real Living Wage and effective voice grant conditions, and offering a more streamlined evidence gathering process. The updated guidance is at https://www.gov.scot/publications/fair-work-first-guidance-3/

  33. Scotland’s Equality Evidence Strategy 2023-2025

    This strategy sets out our approach to improving and strengthening Scotland’s equality evidence base over a three year period to the end of 2025.

  34. Equality evidence strategy 2023 to 2025: child rights and wellbeing impact assessment stage 1 screening

    Child rights and wellbeing impact assessment (CRWIA) stage 1 screening for Scotland's equality evidence strategy 2023 to 2025.

  35. Equality evidence strategy 2023 to 2025: easy read

    A plan to get better facts, figures and information about equality.

  36. Children and young people's voices matter: progress report - March 2023

    Report on progress made on the actions agreed at the sixth annual meeting of Cabinet members and children and young people on 1 March 2022.

  37. Violence against women and girls funding review: analysis of responses

    Analysis of the responses to the Strategic Review of Funding and Commissioning of Violence Against Women and Girls Services call for evidence.

  38. Gender recognition: letter to the Secretary of State for Scotland - 24 January 2023

    Letter from the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Housing and Local Government to the Secretary of State for Scotland regarding the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill and Section 35 order.

  39. Gender recognition: letter to the Secretary of State for Scotland - 21 January 2023

    Letter from the Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Housing and Local Government to the Secretary of State for Scotland regarding the Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill and Section 35 order.

  40. LGBT Inclusive Education Implementation Group: action plan - July 2022

    The July 2022 action plan for the LGBT Inclusive Education Implementation Group.

  41. Improving lives of non-binary people

    Response to working group recommendations.

  42. Gender Recognition Reform Bill

    Simplifying how trans people apply for a Gender Recognition Certificate.

  43. Ending conversion practices

    Expert group to advise on ban in Scotland.

  44. Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill: consultation

    The draft Bill reforms the process by which trans people gain legal recognition of their lived gender through a gender recognition certificate.

  45. Gender recognition consultation opens

    Reforms follow international best practice.

  46. Proposals to reform the Gender Recognition Act 2004

    Information on proposals to reform the Gender Recognition Act 2004.

  47. Pardon for gay men convicted under discriminatory laws

    Scheme opens to allow convictions to be removed from criminal records.

  48. Consultation on amending Scottish hate crime legislation: analysis of responses

    Analysis of stakeholders' responses to our consultation on amending Scottish hate crime legislation.

  49. Review of the Gender Recognition Act 2004: factsheet

    Information on the Review of the Gender Recognition Act 2004.

  50. Gender recognition reform

    Draft Bill to provide for full consultation.

  51. Statement on gender recognition

    Statement by Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People Shirley-Anne Somerville to the Scottish Parliament.

  52. Gender Recognition Act 2004 review

    Information on reforming the law on gender recognition.

  53. Census (Amendment)(Scotland) Bill passed

    New questions can be asked – but answering will be voluntary.

  54. Equality outcomes and mainstreaming report 2019

    Provides an update on progress made in promoting equality across activities and in delivering on a range of equality outcomes set in 2017.

  55. Review of the Gender Recognition Act 2004: consultation analysis

    Analysis of responses to our public consultation, held as part of review of the Gender Recognition Act 2004. We were seeking views on proposals for reform of the legal gender recognition system in Scotland.

  56. LGBTI education

    Scotland will lead the way in inclusive education.

  57. LGBTI Inclusive Education Working Group: report to the Scottish Ministers

    Group's recommendations to the Scottish Ministers.

  58. Census (Amendment) (Scotland) Bill: EQIA and incorporating CRWIA

    Assesses the potential impact of the provisions of the Census (Amendment) (Scotland) Bill on protected equality characteristics, including the potential impact on children's rights and wellbeing.

  59. Pardon for gay and bisexual men

    Bill passed to right the wrongs of historical convictions.

  60. Action on sexual harassment

    Women need confidence in reporting procedures.

  61. Review of the Gender Recognition Act 2004: consultation

    This consultation seeks views on proposals to reform the Gender Recognition Act 2004.

  62. Pardon for gay men convicted under abolished laws

    Historical Sexual Offences Bill published.

  63. Equality funding: national and intermediary bodies 2017-2021

    Funding allocated to organisations who work with equalities communities in Scotland.

  64. Equality funding: Promoting Equality and Cohesion Fund 2017-2021

    Funding allocated to organisations who work with equalities communities in Scotland.

  65. Next steps on tackling hate crime

    Focus on prevention, raising awareness and improving services

  66. Hate crime reporting encouraged

    10% decrease in racial hate crime charges brought by police.

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