Equality Impact Assessment (EIA) screening

Answer the screening questions below in the sequence that they are listed and follow the guidance after each question.

Things to consider

When answering these questions, specific groups of people to consider, as defined under the Equality Act 2010, are: age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, sex, and sexual orientation. It is also recommended that other marginalised groups beyond the above are considered, for example carers and those on lower incomes etc.

Screening questions

Does this new (or revised) policy or function impact upon staff, students or any other groups of people?

If no, an Equality Impact Assessment is not required.

Keep a record of the reason why an EIA is not required.

If yes, continue.

Is it possible that different groups of people will be impacted differently?

If no, an Equality Impact Assessment is not required.

Keep a record of the reason why an EIA is not required.

If yes, equality considerations should be made to ensure we meet our duty under the Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED). Continue to next question.

Will the new (or revised) policy or function impact on a very large number of staff or students in a material way?

If yes, an Equality Impact Assessment is required.

If no, continue.

Will the new (or revised) policy or function potentially have a substantial impact on people from specific groups?

If yes, an Equality Impact Assessment is required.

If no, a formal Equality Impact Assessment is not required but informal equality considerations must be made. This would include: 

  • Considering if the new (or revised) policy or function may have a minor impact on people from specific groups – and if it will consider mitigation and implement where possible.
  • Consider if the new (or revised) policy or function may provide opportunities to better promote equality of opportunity for people from groups as specified under.

Keep a record of the necessary considerations and adaptations if you think an EIA is not required.