In March 2023, we welcomed the Local Government Association (LGA) to undertake an Equality Peer Challenge; Cornwall Council’s first since 2013.
During their visit, the Peer Challenge team met over 130 staff, members and partners. They have provided a report with detailed feedback and recommendations.
Cornwall Council Equality Peer Challenge Report
They recognised that the Council has considerable ambition in respect of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and very good foundations on which to build and continue our EDI journey. They also thought that our commitment to EDI was stronger than many other local authorities.
Cornwall Council Equality Peer Challenge Action Plan
We welcome these recommendations and have formed an initial action plan to address them;
