The Equality Act 2010 and the public sector equality duty sets out our duty as a public body. Thus, we have to show that we are always committed to:
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Eliminating discrimination
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Advancing equality of opportunity
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Promoting positive relations between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not
Our commitment to equality
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Equality is a vital part of any thriving industry, and tourism is no different. Our policy puts equality at the heart of everything we do - including equal pay and opportunities.
Read our most recent update (published April 2023) on our full Equality Mainstreaming Report (published October 2022).
It goes beyond compliance and duty to show that diversity and equality should be a key part of what we do. This promotes real inclusion and recognises the value of all our people.
The documentation of our commitment to equality contains the full report.
VisitScotland interim mainstreaming report
Published April 2023
Our people - Committed to transformation and resilience
Published October 2022
Equality monitoring
Published April 2021
Equal opportunities policy
Published April 2019
Equality and diversity mainstreaming report 2018/19
Published April 2019