Officer Code of Conduct - Equality

9.1 All members of the community, customers and officers have the right to be treated with fairness and equality. Officers must behave in a way that supports equality, dignity and respect and must observe the council’s Equality Scheme and other employment policies outlined in the Employee Handbook. 

9.2 Unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation on any basis including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex; and sexual orientation will not be tolerated and will be dealt with through disciplinary procedures.