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Ministerial statementMonday, 1 June 2026

The Equality Act 2010 Draft Code of Practice for Services, Public Functions and Associations

Minister updates Parliament

Seema Malhotra will present a ministerial statement on a draft code of practice under the Equality Act 2010, which sets out guidance on how organisations must comply with equality law when providing services, carrying out public functions, and running associations. The code clarifies the practical standards expected of businesses, public bodies, and voluntary organisations in preventing discrimination and ensuring equal access.

This code of practice affects every organisation that provides services to the public or exercises public authority—from shops and banks to local councils and charities. It translates legal duties into actionable guidance, making it clearer what businesses and public bodies must do to avoid discrimination and what remedies exist for those treated unfairly. Implementation will reshape how thousands of organisations manage complaints, accessibility, and staff conduct.

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