The purpose of this Equalities and Human Rights Impact Assessment is to "help ensure that the Glasgow and the Clyde Valley Strategic Development Planning Authority (GCVSDPA) does do not discriminate and where possible utilise opportunities to promote equality of opportunity, human rights and foster good community relations". The process is intended to help provide well-balanced and well thought-out policies.

According to the document, an Equalities and Human Rights Impact Assessment  (EqHRIA) involves thinking through the potential consequences of policies and functions on both the identified equality target groups and society at large. This is to make sure that as far as possible, any negative impacts are minimised or eliminated and that opportunities for promoting equality and respect for all other human rights are maximised.

The document outlines the equalities and human rights impact assessment process to be undertaken in relation to consultation for the Glasgow and Clyde Valley (proposed) Strategic Development Plan. It also describes the consultation arrangements which consist of three stages: 

1. essential information identified; the aims of the Main Issues Report are outlined; information gathering takes place; and impacts on equality are assessed.

2. Ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive Main Issues Report consultation takes place that is relevant and proportionate to the strategic plan making process.

3. Review of the Main Issues Report consultation in light of the Equalities and Human Rights Impact Assessment and its subsequent impact on the Proposed Plan.

For information on the Proposed Plan click here.