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BBC’s Withdrawal From Stonewall Raises Concerns

The MU has written to the BBC to raise concerns about its recent withdrawal from Stonewall’s Diversity Champions scheme.

Published: 23 November 2021 | 10:49 AM
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The letter also asks for assurances that the BBC’s commitment to supporting LGBT+ employees and providing safe and inclusive workplaces has not changed. Photo credit: Shutterstock

As one of the biggest employers of musicians in the UK, the letter highlights how vital it is that the MU are confident that our LGBT+ members are working in safe and inclusive workplaces and have support for the issues that some LGBT+ people may face at work.

The letter also asks for assurances that the BBC’s commitment to supporting LGBT+ employees and providing safe and inclusive workplaces has not changed and asks for details on how the BBC plans to support LGBT+ employees moving forward.

Head of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, John Shortell says:

The Diversity Champions Programme exists to support employers in making their organisations more inclusive and creating a culture where LGBT+ employees can thrive.

“As a Trade Union we would support and encourage employers to participate in any scheme that exists with these aims. Ultimately we are concerned that it’s LGBT+ employees who will suffer.”

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