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Yellow Heat Health Alert

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a Yellow Heat Health Alert for all regions in England, from 9am on Monday 13 July until 9pm on Friday 17 July. Rising temperatures may increase health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups. For advice on staying cool, signs of heat exhaustion, swimming safely outdoors, fire safety, and more: Summer wellbeing

The council has a number of plans and policies in place which aim to eliminate discrimination, advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations amongst the various communities of the borough.

We aim to signpost to more detailed policies, plans and other documents of importance to equality and diversity.

Equality policy

The equality policy statement summarises the council's commitment to advancing equality.

Equality Strategy

The council's equality strategy for 2022-2025 sets out the council's approach to advancing equality.

Annual review of equality and diversity

The review provides a yearly overview of progress.

Equality impact assessments

An equality impact assessment helps us to provide services and employment opportunities that are fair and accessible to all members of the community.

Community safety

The council undertakes work on tackling hate crime, domestic abuse and monitoring community tensions.