Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee

Terms of Reference

1. To inform and consult on the development of ED&I related policy, procedures and guidance, including:

(a) recommending for UEB approval the annual Pay Gap Reports;

(b) recommending for UEB approval and onward Council review the EDI Annual Report and EDI Strategy;

(c) approving the majority of EDI-specific policies and procedures on behalf of UEB, having undertaken all necessary consultation, engagement and risk and impact assessment.

2. To provide assurance to UEB and Council that the University is satisfying its legal and regulatory duties under the Equality Act 2010 through termly updates and an annual report to UEB and Council. This will also inform UEB about sector-wide developments relating to ED&I and propose appropriate responses to particular developments.

3. To inform the University’s approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) by discussing, exploring and sharing best practice within the University and via external partners.

4. To inform the development of:

(a) the University’s ED&I Strategy and to have accountability and responsibility for delivery of the EDI Strategy Action Plan;

(b) other strategic and transformational initiatives central to EDI.

5. To ensure that strategic objectives and associated actions are measured and implemented effectively, by use of key performance indicators (KPIs).

6. To regularly monitor high-level staff and student EDI data, including but not limited to Pay Gaps; Student and Staff misconduct reports; high-level staff and student monitoring data; up-take of staff and student EDI training.

7. EDIC will review and make recommendations about the adequacy of proposed control measures that are introduced in response to corporate or other key risks with an EDI implication, to ensure that:

the proposed control measure(s) is appropriate and effective.
the Committee is aware of any changes in the status of the risk or effectiveness of the proposed control measure and can advise as appropriate.

For further details about EDIC, you can view the committee’s full Terms of Reference and Membership.