Equity in organisational change

This page has guidance on the key issues that organisations should consider through organisational change, to maintain and enhance their ability to deliver on equality and diversity.

The guide was originally produced to support Commissioning a Patient-led NHS but it has some useful pointers for trusts who are going through organisational change. This type of change can be difficult for many NHS staff and those from minority or disadvantaged groups may feel even more vulnerable at this time.

Previous experience of change exercises across the NHS shows how particular care must be taken to avoid any adverse or disproportionate impact during the process, particularly (but not exclusively) in respect of race issues.

The guide covers a number of key areas for employers including

• The relevant legislation
• Equality Impact Assessments to ensure diversity issues are considered
• Equalities in the appointment and selection processes
• Issues for fixed term employees
• Monitoring the change process
• A checklist for employers on equality issues