Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy

Our Commitment

AgriFoodX Ltd is committed to promoting equality, valuing diversity and fostering inclusion across all aspects of our business. We believe that a diverse and inclusive working environment drives innovation, improves decision-making and enables us to deliver the best outcomes for our partners, collaborators and the communities we serve.

This policy applies to all employees, directors, contractors, consultants, collaborators, partners and anyone working with or on behalf of AgriFoodX Ltd.

Policy Statement

AgriFoodX Ltd is committed to:

Eliminating unlawful discrimination, harassment, victimisation and any other conduct prohibited by the Equality Act 2010. Advancing equality of opportunity between people who share a protected characteristic and people who do not share it. Fostering good relations between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not.

We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. All employees, collaborators and partners will be treated fairly and with respect regardless of their protected characteristics.

Protected Characteristics

Under the Equality Act 2010, the protected characteristics are: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

Scope

This policy covers all areas of our activities including recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment, training and development, promotion and career progression, working conditions and practices, partnerships and collaborations with academic and industry partners, engagement with stakeholders and the public, and procurement of goods and services.

Our Responsibilities

AgriFoodX Ltd will ensure that this policy is communicated to all employees, collaborators and partners. We will provide appropriate training and guidance to support understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion. We will review our practices and procedures regularly to ensure they are fair and inclusive. We will take seriously any complaints of discrimination, harassment or victimisation and address them promptly and effectively. We will monitor and review the effectiveness of this policy on an ongoing basis.

Individual Responsibilities

All individuals working with or on behalf of AgriFoodX Ltd are expected to treat others with dignity and respect. Everyone has a personal responsibility to ensure that their behaviour does not amount to discrimination, harassment or victimisation, and to report any concerns or incidents they witness.

Recruitment and Selection

AgriFoodX Ltd is committed to ensuring that recruitment and selection processes are fair, transparent and based solely on objective, job-related criteria. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and will make reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities.

Training and Development

All employees and collaborators will have equal access to training, development and progression opportunities. We will identify and address any barriers that may prevent individuals from accessing these opportunities.

Research and Innovation

AgriFoodX Ltd recognises that equality, diversity and inclusion are essential to excellent research and innovation. We are committed to building research teams and partnerships that reflect a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. We use a human-centred design thinking framework to ensure that diverse viewpoints inform the development of solutions that are inclusive and impactful.

Grievances and Complaints

Any employee, collaborator or partner who believes they have been subjected to discrimination, harassment or victimisation is encouraged to raise the matter through our grievance procedure. All complaints will be investigated promptly, thoroughly and confidentially. Appropriate action will be taken against anyone found to have committed an act of discrimination, harassment or victimisation.

Review

This policy will be reviewed annually to ensure it remains current and effective. AgriFoodX Ltd will monitor its implementation and make amendments as necessary to reflect changes in legislation, best practice or organisational needs.

This policy was last reviewed in April 2026.
AgriFoodX Ltd, Company No. 12083285