Screening Grid Characteristic Could this policy, procedure, project or service, or any proposed changes to it, affect this group less favourably than others in Kent? YES/NO If yes how? Assessment of potential impact HIGH/MEDIUM LOW/NONE UNKNOWN Provide details: a) Is internal action required? If yes what? b) Is further assessment required? If yes, why? Could this policy, procedure, project or service promote equal opportunities for this group? YES/NO - Explain how good practice can promote equal opportunities Positive Negative Internal action must be included in Action Plan If yes you must provide detail Age YES. The 2015 consultation identified the following potential impacts: Given the station is out of town, some elderly and young people may not drive and therefore be disadvantaged compared to those who do. Elderly people may be concerned with their security if the station is unstaffed. Medium Medium We will ensure the design of the station will be well connected with local bus routes, offer a park and ride facility and have cycle and pedestrian access point. We will be incorporating CCTV and lighting into the design of both the car park and station, therefore improving safety at the station. We will have help points for any issues that may arise. Yes. The scheme promotes improved accessibility for everyone. People who do not have access to private car will be able to access public transport to the station. The Station will improve the economic prosperity of the area and therefore employment and training opportunities for all. Disability YES. The 2015 consultation identified the following potential impacts: During construction: dust, pollution and airborne contaminants may have an impact on people with respiratory problems. Safety concerns as station is unstaffed. Medium Medium We will discuss construction methods, working and mitigation measures to minimise pollution during the construction period, such mitigation could include dampening down construction dust. There will be CCTV, lighting and help points to alleviate safety concerns. Yes. Improvements to public transport services will support the independence of all people.
Equality Impact Assessment Action Plan Protected Characteristic Issues identified Action to be Expected outcomes Timescale Cost implications Race A very proportion of the residents in Thanet indicated in the 2011 Census that they could not speak English well and so may not be able to read consultation information such as the publicity information. For the public consultation of Thanet Parkway, information is made available in alternative formats, upon request. Better understanding of the project by all members of the public. Project Manager Public consultation 23rd January – 19th March 2017 Resources have been allocated for the provision of information about Thanet Parkway in alternative formats. Safety concerns as station is unstaffed There will CCTV, lighting and help points to alleviate safety concerns. Disability People who are visually impaired, have learning difficulties or have other print impairments such as dyslexia, may not be able to read consultation information such as the publicity information. For the initial public consultation of Thanet Parkway, consultation information is made available in alternative formats, such as Easy Read and Word version. Better understanding of the project by all members of the public and more comfort for residents during the project lifecycle. Project Manager Public January – 19th March 2017 Resources have been allocated for the provision of information about Thanet Parkway in alternative formats. During construction: dust, pollution and airborne contaminants may have an impact on people with respiratory problems We will discuss construction methods, working hours and mitigation measures to minimise pollution during the construction period.
Safety concerns as station is unstaffed There will CCTV, lighting and help points to alleviate safety concerns. Age Older people may not be able to access information about the project via the internet. Information will be provided in hard copy formats at public consultation events and on requests via free postal address. The consultation questionnaire and promotional leaflet will be sent to every resident in Cliffsend. Information will be provided the project at local libraries, Town and Parish Council offices, and railway stations in the area. Better understanding and awareness of the project for residents. People will feel more confident using the station and facilities. Resources have been allocated for the provision of information about Thanet Parkway in the form of setting up free postal address, sending information to Cliffsend residents, arranging consultation events and sending information to Cliffsend residents in copy formats. Given the station is out of town and some people may not drive, therefore may be disadvantaged for example: elderly We will ensure the design of the station will be well connected with local bus routes, offer a park and ride facility and have cycle
feel more vulnerable when travelling after dark. Pregnant may also feel vulnerable if the station is unstaffed. Gender Identity Safety concerns as station is unstaffed For the public consultation of Thanet Parkway, Transgender communities will be engaged with to identify any concerns and inform any actions that need to be taken. There will CCTV, lighting and help points to alleviate safety concerns. Feedback on the project from Transgender groups will be received, identifying any concerns and proposed actions Project Manager Public January – 19th 2017 Sexual Orientation Safety concerns as station is unstaffed There will CCTV, lighting and help points to alleviate safety concerns.