New statutory code of practice on racial equality in employment

On 24 November 2005, the CRE published its new statutory code of practice on racial equality in employment.

The code is a set of recommendations and guidance on how to avoid unlawful racial discrimination and harassment in employment. It outlines employers' legal obligations under the Race Relations Act 1976 and contains general advice on the policies they will
need to safeguard against discrimination and harassment, as well as more detailed recommendations on the procedures and practice that will help ensure fair and equal treatment for everyone.

This new code comes into legal effect on 6 April 2006 and will replace the CRE's original code of practice at that point (the Code of Practice For The Elimination of Racial Discrimination and the Promotion of Equality of Opportunity) published in 1984.

Download the new employment code