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Equality: Impact Assessments

Asked by Mike WoodConservativeWomen and EqualitiesTabled Answered 17 July 2026UIN 16928

The question

To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, pursuant to the Answer of 30 June 2026, to Question 9614, on Equality: Impact Assessments, whether her Department plans to publish new guidance on the issue.

Answered by Seema Malhotra

The Government has committed to speeding up decision making and delivery for the British people. As part of this, a proportionate approach is being taken to equalities impact assessments, so that they improve policy and outcomes. Guidance for public authorities is already available at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/public-sector-equality-duty-guidance-for-public-authorities/public-sector-equality-duty-guidance-for-public-authorities.

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