Source · Select Committees · Public Administration and Constitutional Affairs Committee
Recommendation 12
12
Paragraph: 65
If the Government moves forward with any proposals to introduce such a system, despite the...
Conclusion
If the Government moves forward with any proposals to introduce such a system, despite the absence of a scientific case for doing so, a full Equalities Impact Assessment must be provided in good time and certainly in advance of any parliamentary vote on the legislation underpinning that system.
Paragraph Reference:
65
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
The Government has conducted a full Equalities Impact Assessment and consulted widely to understand the potential equalities impacts of COVID-status certification, speaking to ethicists and representatives of disabilities. The Government will provide this Assessment ahead of the introduction of any legislation that may be required in the normal way.