Neurodiversity Policy - July 2026
In this section
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Scope
- 3. Defining Neurodiversity
- 4. Our Commitment to You
- 5. Requesting Support
- 6. Tailored Workplace Adjustments
- 7. Neurodiversity and the Equality Act 2010
7. Neurodiversity and the Equality Act 2010
The Equality Act 2010 prohibits discrimination because of certain protected characteristics, one of which is disability.
A person is disabled under the Act if they have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on their ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.
We recognise that many neurodivergent individuals will not identify as having a disability. However, some neurodivergent conditions could meet the definition of disability under the Act.
Where the definition is met, we have a statutory duty to make reasonable adjustments for you and you are protected from discrimination at work.
We do not tolerate any discrimination against individuals who are neurodivergent and will deal with any such conduct in accordance with our disciplinary procedure.