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The first gender equality scheme has been introduced by West Mercia Constabulary.
The scheme places a legal duty upon the constabulary and all its officers and staff to eliminate unlawful sexual discrimination and harassment and to promote equality of opportunity between men and women.
West Mercia’s scheme was created in consultation with interested groups and individuals from within the force and members of the community.
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Superintendent Andy Parkes, head of diversity for West Mercia, said: “The Gender Equality Duty is the biggest change in the sex equality law in the last 30 years and the force welcomes it as a powerful tool that will help deliver real practical developments and changes to the lives of both men and women.”