Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence and Stalking (DASVS) Policy and EQIA Consultation

As part of our commitment to creating a safe, supportive and inclusive workplace, we have developed a new Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence and Stalking (DASVS) Policy. The policy outlines the support available to employees affected by domestic abuse, sexual violence or stalking, as well as guidance for managers and colleagues on responding appropriately and compassionately.

We recognise that these issues can affect anyone, regardless of background or role, and can have a significant impact on an individual's wellbeing, safety and working life. The policy forms part of our wider commitment to staff wellbeing, safeguarding and equality, diversity and inclusion, and aims to ensure that colleagues feel able to access support when they need it.

Share your views

We are inviting feedback on the policy and accompanying Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA).

Your feedback will help us understand whether the policy is accessible, inclusive and effective, and whether there are any potential impacts or barriers that we should consider.

We encourage you to:

• Review the policy and Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA)
• Complete the survey and share your feedback
• Tell us whether the policy and support arrangements meet the needs of our workforce

Your feedback will help us continue to foster a workplace culture where colleagues feel safe, supported and treated with dignity and respect.

Complete the survey and share your views to help us ensure these policies are effective, inclusive and responsive to the needs of our workforce.