These policies where the outcome of the EQIA screening identified a moderate potential impact on promotion of equality and the timetable proposed to conduct the EQIAs.
Table A : Policies Considered as Requiring an Equality Impact Assessment
Policy Title
Development Stage
Aim/Scope of Policy
Who Policy Applies To
Outcome of Screening
Timetable for EQIA
Byelaws
In development
New legislation which will update and modernise the existing byelaws to reflect modern day use of the waterways.
All waterway users
Moderate
2006
Charging on the Navigation
In development
Sets out guidance and the framework proposed in future charges associated with the use of the navigations and is related to the revised byelaws which provide the legislative framework for charging.
All waterway users
Moderate
2006
Recruitment and Selection
Interim policy
Sets out the policy and procedure for recruitment and selection.
All potential employees
Moderate
2007
Purchasing Procedures
In development
Provides guidance and outlines the procedures to be undertaken when purchasing supplies, services and minor works.
Employees and all potential suppliers of goods and services
Moderate
2008
Waterways Ireland is seeking your feedback on:
Do you agree with our assessment of policies proposed for EQIA in Table A?
Do you agree with our proposed timetable for carrying out EQIAs?
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