Disability Action Group

Terms of reference

1. To drive the implementation of the Disability Action Group Plan.
2. To make sure that Kent Police is fully compliant with all aspects of the Disability Discrimination Act 2005 and meets the general duty to promote disability equality and the specific duties contained in the act.
3. To advise the Equality and Standards Board on disability issues relating to the working environment/employment and potential employment/service delivery.
4. To assist the force in making sure its policies and procedures take into account the needs of disabled groups.
5. To provide support in the recruitment of new personnel and progression of existing personnel with disabilities to make sure that Kent Police is fully inclusive and to aid retention of employees with disabilities.
6. To raise awareness of disability issues throughout the force.
7. To liaise with external and partner organisations to make sure appropriate advice and information is provided.