Equality, Diversity & Human Rights
Valuing Everybody
Valuing Everybody
As the main provider of healthcare services and one of the largest employers in Bath & North East Somerset, our aim is to deliver healthcare services that are appropriate to everyone's needs, taking account all differences regardless of domestic circumstances, social and employment status or responsibilities as well as those protected under the Equality Act; age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, race including nationality and ethnicity, religion or belief, (includes no belief), sex, sexual orientation and marriage and civil partnership.
How does it affect patients?
We aim to provide services to all sections of the community, regardless of race, ethnicity, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or sensory impairment or social and cultural background. We will respect human rights. We will publish information about those services as widely as possible and work with outside organisations to achieve these goals.
How does it affect staff?
We aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels, offering recognition and support regardless of race, ethnicity, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation, physical or sensory impairment or social and cultural background. We also work with community groups and organisations to spread awareness of careers within the Trust.The Trust regularly reviews its equality, diversity and human rights policy, the latest version is available here.
How do we do this?
We have a Diversity Forum which focuses on this important agenda. We also work with other local NHS organisations to develop and share best practice. Above all, though, every member of staff, whatever their position, has a personal responsibility to contribute to a culture which values everyone as a unique individual.For further information please contact:
Gayle WilliamsEquality & Diversity Officer
Royal United Bath Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Tel: (01225) 82 1337
Email: ruh-tr.EqualityandDiversity@nhs.net