Equality
The University’s aim is that all staff and students, both existing and potential, should receive equal and fair treatment in all aspects of University life. The University seeks to ensure that a suitable working and studying environment is provided which is free from discrimination and where all members of the University community are treated with dignity and respect and are valued as individuals.
To meet this aim, the University has a dedicated HR Equality & Diversity Officer in order for the University to be continually in line with our legislative equalities duties.
Equality statement
The University of St Andrews is fully committed to respect and fair treatment for everyone, eliminating discrimination and actively promoting equality of opportunity and delivering fairness to all.
In addition to being compliant with the equality laws; public duties; and Human Rights Acts (Universal and European), the University also supports diversity and promotes equality of opportunity for all staff, students and visitors regardless of their:
- ‘Protected Characteristic’ (Single Equality Act).
- Disability.
- Gender Reassignment.
- Marriage and Civil Partnership.
- Pregnancy and Maternity (including Paternity).
- Race (colour, ethnic or national background).
- Religion or Belief (including non-belief).
- Sex / Gender.
- Sexual Orientation.
- Caring responsibilities for a ‘Protected Characteristic’ including dependents.
- Socio-economic background/grouping.
- Union activity.
- Unrelated spent criminal convictions.
The Equality & Diversity Inclusion Policy outlines the responsibility for promoting inclusive environments, which are free from discrimination for our national and international staff; students; and anyone associated with the University (e.g. visitors, contractors and service providers).
Contact
If you believe any of the policies has been breached by a student, report the matter to:
Director of Student Services
The ASC, 79 North Street
Telephone: 01334 462020
Email: theasc@st-andrews.ac.uk
If you believe any of the policies has been breached by a member of staff, report the matter to:
Mr Sukhi Bains, Equality & Diversity Officer
Human Resources, The Old Burgh School, Abbey Walk
Telephone: 01334 461649
Email: sb104@st-andrews.ac.uk
The University operates a Harassment and Bullying at Work and Study policy for staff and students. As part of this policy, a network of Harassment Contacts has been established who can be contacted by staff and students. They are there to listen, help and support.
For more information on the University's equality policies, see Equal opportunities policies and guidance.