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Talk DVD (originally produced by the Disability Rights Commission)

First Published: 07 Mar 2016

The Talk DVD was originally produced by the Disability Rights Commission.

Chronic lack of accessible housing prompts inquiry from equality watchdog

Published: 14 Dec 2016

A major new inquiry starting today will investigate the chronic lack of accessible and adaptable housing available for disabled people in Britain.

Wheelchair spaces on buses must be a priority, court rules

Published: 18 Jan 2017

Commission welcomes landmark Supreme Court ruling that bus companies must end ‘first come, first served’ policies, and do more to give priority spaces to travelling wheelchair users.

Sexist dress codes at work: what you can do

Last updated: 25 Nov 2019

Guidance on dress codes at work and how to avoid sex discrimination.

McGregor-Smith review: Government must produce a comprehensive race strategy

Published: 28 Feb 2017

David Isaac comments on Baroness McGregor-Smith's review into the progression of black and minority ethnic talent in the workplace.

Improving lives: The Work, Health and Disability Green Paper - our response

Last updated: 28 Feb 2017

The Commission's response to 'Improving lives: The Work, Health and Disability Green Paper' from the Department for Work and Pension and the Department of Health.

High heels and workplace dress codes, Westminster Hall debate, House of Commons

Last updated: 03 Mar 2017

Read about the Commission's high heels and workplace dress codes briefing for Westminster Hall debate, House of Commons.

'Culture of disbelief' is putting asylum seeking children at risk

Published: 14 Mar 2017

The Court of Appeals has found that asylum seekers who are under the age of 18 should not be detained even when immigration officials believe they are adults.

Religious symbols ruling does not mean staff can be targeted for dismissal

Published: 15 Mar 2017

Equality and Human Rights Commission Chief Executive Rebecca Hilsenrath comments on a ruling from the Court of Justice of the European Union which found that employers could ban staff from wearing visible religious symbols, but must have a relevant policy in place before doing so.

Review of the introduction of employment tribunal fees: our response

Last updated: 20 Mar 2017

The Commission's response to the review of the introduction of fees in employment tribunals.

Landlord to face legal action for banning 'coloured' people from renting his properties

Published: 29 Mar 2017

Rebecca Hilsenrath responds to news that buy-to-let landlord Fergus Wilson has been secretly banning 'coloured people' from renting his properties.

Great Repeal Bill response

Published: 30 Mar 2017

Equality and Human Rights Commission Chair David Isaac responds to the Great Repeal Bill.

Being disabled in Britain: a journey less equal

First Published: 03 Apr 2017

Being disabled in Britain is our review into disability inequality in Great Britain, offering comprehensive evidence on whether our society lives up to its promise to be fair to all its citizens.

Disability progress ‘littered with missed opportunities and failures’

Published: 03 Apr 2017

The Commission has published its review into disability in Britain - Being disabled in Britain: a journey less equal.

Disability report: Being disabled in Britain

Being disabled in Britain is our review into disability inequality in Great Britain, offering comprehensive evidence on whether our society lives up to its promise to be fair to all citizens.

Local adoption case gives rise to race discrimination concerns

Published: 27 Jun 2017

A British husband and wife, refused permission to adopt a child because of their ‘cultural heritage’, are taking their fight to court.

A stronger approach to advancing disability rights

Published: 29 Jun 2017

David Isaac wrote to disability groups and organisations to outline the changes we are making to maximise the impact we have on advancing disability rights.

The United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: what does it mean for you?

First Published: 13 Jul 2017

This guide explains what the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is and what it means for you.

Welcome progress on access to justice

Published: 26 Jul 2017

Supreme Court judgment is a positive step for access to justice, but

Tackling disability-related harassment: Final progress report 2017

First Published: 14 Aug 2017

'Tackling disability-related harassment: Final progress report 2017' concludes the Commission's review into the actions and initiatives taken by public authorities in dealing with disability-related harassment.