Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: February 23, 2026

Purpose:

Content: The Corporate and Resources Scrutiny Committee RESOLVED to note the proposed Equality Objectives for Somerset Council 2026-2030, the revised Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and the refreshed Equality Impact Assessment document and provided the following comments for consideration by the Executive.   ·       Simplification of the Equality Impact Assessment form’s three colour?coded columns to a single RAG rating with dynamic colour formatting,  potentially embedded within the PDF would improve clarity and readability. ·       Consultation should offer alternative response routes and clear signposting to accessibility support. ·       The Annual Report should be presented to the Scrutiny Committee in advance of Executive consideration and that timely updates are provided to the Committee on a regular and ongoing basis. ·       The Council Leadership objective be presented as the overarching strategic principle rather than as a separate standalone objective. ·       Sight of the accompanying action plan and the anticipated tangible outcomes should be presented to the Scrutiny Committee in the near future.