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Equality Impact Assessment Action Plan Protected Characteristic Issues identified Action to be Expected outcomes Timescale Cost implications Race A very proportion of the residents in Thanet indicated in the 2011 Census that they could not speak English well and so may not be able to read consultation information such as the publicity information. For the public consultation of Thanet Parkway, information is made available in alternative formats, upon request. Better understanding of the project by all members of the public. Project Manager Public consultation 23rd January – 19th March 2017 Resources have been allocated for the provision of information about Thanet Parkway in alternative formats. Safety concerns as station is unstaffed There will CCTV, lighting and help points to alleviate safety concerns. Disability People who are visually impaired, have learning difficulties or have other print impairments such as dyslexia, may not be able to read consultation information such as the publicity information. For the initial public consultation of Thanet Parkway, consultation information is made available in alternative formats, such as Easy Read and Word version. Better understanding of the project by all members of the public and more comfort for residents during the project lifecycle. Project Manager Public January – 19th March 2017 Resources have been allocated for the provision of information about Thanet Parkway in alternative formats. During construction: dust, pollution and airborne contaminants may have an impact on people with respiratory problems We will discuss construction methods, working hours and mitigation measures to minimise pollution during the construction period.
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