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Back Title Guidance to Departments on Implementing Equal Opportunities Policy in Public Appointments Content The guidance provides advice on the role of departments in supporting the Government’s commitments to equal opportunities in public appointments, and includes information on: Government’s plan of action; Annual review process for updating individual departmental action plans; Ways to encourage individuals from under-represented groups to apply for public appointments; Working Group on Public Appointments and Equal Opportunities; Equal opportunities data monitoring requirements; Sources of further information. Target Audience Those in central appointments teams and sponsor divisions within Government departments who have responsibility for appointments to public bodies. How to Get a Copy You can e-mail the Public Appointments Unit, or alternatively, you can telephone on 0207 276 2483.

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