Our commitment to equality

Updated: 17 May 2013
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Our Equality Unit promotes fairness and good relations
Equality consultation
Fairness and equity are two of our core values. Section 75 and schedule 9 of the Northern Ireland Act 1998 places a statutory obligation on us, and all other Public Authorities, to promote equality of opportunity and good relations when carrying out any of our functions.
To make sure this happens we produced an Equality Scheme, which was approved by the Equality Commission in June 2001.
The Equality Scheme outlines a plan for ensuring that consideration of equality issues is central to housing policy formulation and decision-making.
If you would like further information in relation to the implementation of the our Equality Scheme, please contact Tony Steed (Equality Unit Manager) in the Equality Unit:
Tony Steed
Equality Unit Manager
The Equality Unit
5th Floor, The Housing Centre,
2 Adelaide Street
Belfast BT2 8PB
Tel: 028 9031 8556
Fax: 028 9031 8775
Textphone: 084 5650 4381
Email: equality@nihe.gov.uk

Key equality documents

All our equality related publications are available to view and download from this website.
Please note that on request these documents are available in alternative formats from the Equality Unit. Alternative formats include: large font, audio cassette, Braille, computer disc, main minority ethnic languages and DAISY.

Current consultation

We always consult when developing new policies and strategies. Visit our consultation area to see current and previous consultations