Equality and Human Rights Commission

Casework and litigation strategy

The Commission has a unique set of legal powers. The casework and litigation strategy sets out how we will use our casework, litigation and intervention powers to reinforce and extend the reach of equality and human rights legislation and protection. Each of the cases we take on will assist us to meet our objectives, achieving positive change with maximum and lasting impact. 

We have identified a number of areas which will be a priority for our legal work during this period:

1. Reinforce, expand and strengthen equality rights for all of the protected grounds under equality legislation
2. Protect and promote human rights
3. Secure effective compliance with statutory equality duties
4. Promote good relations and combat prejudice.

We sought stakeholder views on the proposed key legal priorities which determine the casework and litigation and intervention functions of the Legal directorate.   The consultation was extended and closed on 1 June 2010. The cases we choose to support will reflect the priorities in the agreed Casework and Litigation Strategy 2010/12.

Our Strategic Plan 2009 - 2012 and Human Rights Strategy set out our strategic priorities for 2009 - 2012. We will use the full range of our legal powers and resources to help achieve these priorities. The casework and litigation strategy will support these strategic objectives and should be read in conjunction with these strategies

If you have any queries please email LegalStrategy@equalityhumanrights.com