Race Equality & Diversity

These pages include information on:

Race Equality Scheme

Our framework of standards and principles applied across the Home Office group ensures that we deliver quality public services in a manner that is fair for all sectors of the community, that our people are treated fairly and that our workforce reflects the communities we serve.

Race Equality Grants

Three main areas of support have been identified where funding will benefit minority ethnic communities: Community Networks; Access To Jobs & Services; and Positive Images.

Racist Crime

Documents containing information about racist crime.

Forced Marriages

Relevant documents, and guidelines for the police on dealing with cases of forced marriages.

Race Legislation

Information and supporting documentation including an overview, policy statements and frequently asked questions about the Race Relations (Amendment) Act.

International Obligations

Information about the co-operation with the European Union, United Nations and other international bodies of race issues.

Employment Targets

Annual reports on the race equality employment targets for the Home Office and its public services -- the Police, Prison and Probation services.

Race Equality in Public Service

A series of links and documents showing the Government's commitment to making equality of opportunity a reality for everyone in the UK, including people of all races, starting with the public service.