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Everyone different, everyone matters

Race

The Council's first Race Equality Scheme which was produced in 2004 will now be replaced by our first Equality and Diversity Scheme.

The Council has decided to produce one Scheme rather than separate schemes for disability, gender and race. However, the aims of the Race Equality Scheme are still relevant and important and these will be continued in the Equality and Diversity Scheme .

As part of the Council's commitment to equalities the Asylum Seeker Support Team supports families and single adults who are dispersed by the National Asylum Support Service. For further information see Asylum seekers .

Ethnicity in Calderdale

This topic report provides the most reliable and comprehensive data available on identifying geographical differences in the numbers and socio-economic situation of the main ethnic groups - both within Calderdale and between Calderdale and national averages. Ethnicity in Calderdale .

Citizenship ceremonies

Under the new arrangements which came into force on 1 January 2004, once an application for British Citizenship has been approved, all new citizens who are over 18 years old must attend a citizenship ceremony. This is usually in the area in which they live.

The ceremony must take place within three months of the application being granted. It includes making either an oath or an affirmation of allegiance to the crown and a pledge of loyalty to the United Kingdom. Citizenship ceremonies .

Further resources

• Border and Immigration Agency: British Citizenship|
  The Home Office website offers a comprehensive guide to becoming a British citizen, as well as the necessary application forms.
• Equality and Human Rights Commission |
  The Equality and Human Rights Commission champions equality and human rights for all, working to eliminate discrimination, reduce inequality, protect human rights and to build good relations, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance to participate in society. They offer advice and guidance on any issue related to putting equality into practice.
• Directgov: Racial discrimination|
  Directgov brings together the widest range of public service information and services online. Produced by the Central Office of Information, and provides information from across UK government departments on topics ranging from travel safety and parental leave to special educational needs and local NHS services.
• Refugee Council|
  The Refugee Council is the largest refugee agency in the UK providing advice to asylum seekers and refugees, supporting other organisations in their refugee work.

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