Allport believes in operating a policy of providing fair treatment irrespective of sex, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, nationality, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, or because of civil partnership (all protected characteristics). Allport has a moral and legal obligation set out in the Equality Act. All job applicants and employees of Allport must therefore be treated in a similar manner.
Allport will not discriminate on the grounds of any of the above protected characteristics.
The company is committed to creating a work environment free of harassment and bullying. The Company will not tolerate bullying or harassment of any kind. All allegations of bullying and harassment will be investigated and if appropriate disciplinary action will be taken. The company will not tolerate the victimisation of a person for making allegations of bullying and harassment in good faith, or a person that is supporting someone to make such a complaint. Victimisation is a disciplinary offence.
This apples to bullying and harassment in the workplace and in any work related setting outside, such as business trips, work-related social events.
Allport regards the promotion of health, safety and welfare as an essential objective. Our policy is to provide and maintain a safe and healthy workplace and a safe working environment for all our employees. We also accept our responsibility for the health and safety of other people who may be affected by our activities.