Public Sector Equality Duties
Section 149 of the Equality Act 2010 is the Public Sector Equality Duties (PSED).
It states that everything a public body does must have due regard to the need to:
- eliminate discrimination, harassment, victimisation and any other conduct that is prohibited by or under this act
- advance equality of opportunity between persons who share a relevant protected characteristic and persons who do not share it
- foster good relations between persons who share a relevant protected characteristic and persons who do not share it
Find out more about the Public Sector Equality Duties.
Our reports
We are required to:
- publish annual equality information to demonstrate compliance
- prepare and publish equality objectives every 4 years
Birmingham City Council Equality Act Specific Duties 2025 to 2026.
Birmingham City Council Equality Objectives 2024 to 2027.
Page last updated: 15 April 2026
