8. Supply Chain/Procurement

(NCD Investors in Diversity Destination 9)

1.Ensure supply chain and key contractors (subject to financial threshold) are continuously improving their EDI policies and processes.

• Publicise the information on procurement requirements in an accessible place on the UCG intranet so all staff are aware.

• Review the embedding of equality diversity and inclusion within the delivery, assessment and promotion of employer lead training within UCG.

• Review Due Diligences Process, SLA, and EDI policies annually for existing partners.

• Review Standing Financial Instructions for EDI requirements.

• Reintroduce Annual Staff and Curriculum Development Day with partners.

• Review Training Agreements with Employers

• Review student journey and outcomes and develop Action Plan as required.

• Review Commitment Statement and student reviews.

Measurements

• Embed EDI requirements into Standing Financial Instructions.

• Embed EDI within the Quality Assurance Cycle and review meetings with partners.

• Supply Chain and Fees Policy published on UCG website – reviewed annually and signed off by the Board of Governors.

• Positive feedback from users.