Pledges 2&3 - D&I Charter Workshop - AI, Technology and DEIB

The next in the series of exclusive D&I Charter workshops is scheduled for 25 March (10am-11.30am, MS Teams) and will look at AI, Technology and DEIB.

This session will particularly explore pledges 2 and 3 of the D&I Charter:

Pledge 2. ‘We will ensure there is no bias in the recruitment process and will undertake a transparent process of audit.

Pledge 3. ‘We will take positive action that supports open career opportunity and progression and will undertake a transparent process of audit’.

HR Directors meeting agenda - 18 March 2025, 1:30pm-3pm, Microsoft Teams

1. Welcome and introductions (Amy Davies, Chair)
2.  A discussion with the Low Pay Commission on upcoming employment costs changes
3. Policy update (Luiza Paludo Gomes, HR Policy Lead, BRC)
   1. Employment Rights Bill
      1. Latest amendments
      2. Consultation responses
      3. BRC Position
      4. Upcoming engagement
   2. Skills England
4. HR Benchmark questionnaire review (Luiza Paludo Gomes, HR Policy Lead, BRC 
5. Ethical Labour updates (Sophie de Salis, Sustainability Policy Advisor, BRC
6. Legislative and Campaign update (Tom McCarthy, External Affairs Manager, BRC)
7. AOB

Exclusive to charter signatories, the workshops are delivered in partnership with RPC LLP and are tailored to support retailers on their D&I journey, providing a real opportunity to learn, share experiences, and collaborate. Our D&I Charter focuses on oversight, recruitment, progression, reporting, inclusivity, and responsibility – helping retailers challenge their culture and biases holistically and embed D&I into every aspect of their business.

If you’re a signatory and haven’t received the meeting invite yet, or if you’re not yet involved in the D&I Charter and would like to hear more about the initiative, please get in touch.