Equality & Diversity Policy

1. Policy Statement
   Pamphill Parish Hall is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We aim to
   ensure that everyone who uses, hires, visits or works with the Hall is treated fairly, with
   dignity and respect.
   Pamphill Parish Hall seeks to provide a welcoming environment that is free from
   discrimination, harassment or victimisation.

2. Legal Framework
   This policy is guided by the Equality Act 2010, which protects individuals from
   discrimination on the basis of the following protected characteristics:
   • Age
   • Disability
   • Gender reassignment
   • Marriage and civil partnership
   • Pregnancy and maternity
   • Race (including colour, nationality and ethnic or national origin)
   • Religion or belief
   • Sex
   • Sexual orientation

3. Scope of the Policy
   This policy applies to:
   • Trustees and Committee members
   • Volunteers
   • Hirers and users of the Hall
   • Contractors and service providers

4. Our Commitment
   Pamphill Parish Hall will:
   • Treat all individuals fairly and with respect
   • Promote equal access to the Hall and its facilities
   • Challenge discrimination, harassment or bullying where it arises
   • Ensure policies and procedures are applied consistently
   • Consider equality issues when making decisions

5. Use of the Hall
   Hirers of Pamphill Parish Hall are required to:
   • Comply with this Equality & Diversity Policy
   • Ensure that their activities do not discriminate against any individual or group
   • Take reasonable steps to ensure fair access to their events
   Pamphill Parish Hall reserves the right to refuse or cancel bookings where activities conflict
   with this policy.

6. Volunteers and Committee Members
   Trustees, Committee members and volunteers are expected to:
   • Act in accordance with this policy at all times
   • Treat others with courtesy and respect
   • Avoid behaviour that could be considered discriminatory or offensive

7. Complaints and Concerns
   Any person who believes they have been treated unfairly or discriminated against in
   connection with Pamphill Parish Hall may raise the matter using the Hall’s Complaints
   Procedure.
   All complaints will be taken seriously and handled fairly and confidentially.

8. Review of Policy
   This policy will be reviewed annually, or sooner if required by changes in legislation or
   guidance.