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Equality and Human Rights 

The Equality and Human Rights Commission champions equality and human rights for all, working to eliminate discrimination, reduce inequality, protect human rights and to build good relations, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance to participate in society.

Media briefing

Some key stories from the last 24 hours (next update on Monday)

Feature

Equally Different clips - Boris Johnson talks about his experience of being different

Campaign: Equally Different
Equally Different brings together individuals from all walks of life to explain why they are unique. Fairness is everyone’s right. Read on to find out more.

Commission news

Commission launches 2008/09 Business Plan

16 May 2008

Today we published our 2008/09 business plan, setting out the aims and strategic priorities for our first full year of operation.

 

Commission responds to Brown's draft legislation

14 May 2008

The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, today published the Government’s draft Queen's Speech in which he signalled a commitment to produce a Single Equality Bill.

 

Commissioner Baroness Jane Campbell responds to social care debate

13 May 2008

"The case for change: why England needs a new care and support system"

 

Speakers' corner

Independent comment and opinion on equality and human rights issues. Latest article added: Chris Dillow makes the case for a citizen's basic income as a means of tackling poverty. What do you think?
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