Overview

This bill amends the Equality Act 2010 to require employers to make reasonable adjustments for employees who are carers of disabled people, ensuring they can balance work and care responsibilities.

Description

The bill primarily extends the existing "duty to make reasonable adjustments" under the Equality Act 2010 to include carers of disabled people. This means employers will be legally obligated to consider and implement adjustments to working practices, where necessary, to prevent carers from facing disadvantage. The definition of "carer" specifically excludes those paid under a contract or volunteering through a third party.

Specific Amendments:

• The definition of "carer of a disabled person" is added to the Equality Act 2010, clarifying who is covered.
• The "duty to make reasonable adjustments" is explicitly extended to cover carers.
• The bill clarifies the duty applies to both employees and contract workers.
• The adjustments must be made if the carer is placed at a substantial disadvantage.

Government Spending

The bill doesn't directly specify government spending. The implementation may involve minimal costs for enforcing the new provisions within existing structures. Any potential costs would likely be indirect, such as those associated with potential legal challenges or employer adjustments.

Groups Affected

• Employees who are carers of disabled people: They will benefit from the legal protection and the potential for reasonable adjustments to help them manage their caring responsibilities and employment.
• Employers: They will have a new legal obligation to make reasonable adjustments for their employees who are carers. This may lead to changes in working practices, potentially incurring costs.
• Disabled people: Indirectly benefited as the legislation supports their carers in maintaining employment.

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