What are the costs of implementing each option?
What are the consequences for the group concerned and for the organisation of not adopting an option more favourable to equality of opportunity? How will the relevant group be advised of the new or changed policy or service? Steps must be taken to reverse any adverse impact, without also impacting upon any other groups in an indirect and adverse way. For example: If the policy is unlawful it should be withdrawn and actions or measures to reverse or reduce the adverse impact should be identified. Identifying resources required to implement the change effectively. Consulting partner organisations and other public authorities to enlist their help and experience to address the adverse impact. 5. Methodology Sources of data might include: existing data from within the department/Section new data gathered via staff or policy/function user surveys existing data from partner organisations existing data from expert groups Consideration of the most appropriate methodology to be used should take
