Following the Government's recent announcement, ARE are looking forward to the legislation now going through Parliament The Government recently published its response to their ethnicity and disability pay gap consultation. ARE welcomes the …
Remembering Bob Clarke (1949-2026)
ARE reflects on the legacy of the Founder and First Chair of Black Training and Enterprise Group (now ARE) following his death last week. I was saddened to hear about Bob Clarke's passing last week. I had the pleasure of first meeting Bob in 1992 …
New scorecard sets out five urgent priorities for the Windrush Commissioner
Action for Race Equality has published the Windrush Commissioners’ Scorecard, setting out five priority interventions Reverend Clive Foster MBE, the Windrush Commissioner, should focus on in 2026 to deliver justice for people affected by the Home …
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Action for Race Equality unveils new campaign film ‘Roots’
A powerful new campaign film has called on the public to abolish the structures which prop up racial inequality. Roots offers a window into over 35 years of multicultural Britain, highlighting Action for Race Equality’s (ARE) role in challenging …
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Ten Years On: What has changed since The Young Review?
In January 2026, Action for Race Equality, in partnership with Clinks, convened policymakers, practitioners, and community organisations at the Houses of Lords to reflect on progress ten years after The Young Review and to ask why outcomes for Black, …
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Met Police’s review of vetting and hiring practices highlights serious failings.
Jeremy Crook OBE, Action for Race Equality's Chief Executive, comments on yesterday's report released by the Metropolitan Police. "Yesterday the Metropolitan Police published its ‘Historic Vetting and Hiring Practices Review Final …
ARE statement on the Bondi Beach attack
Action for Race Equality are saddened by the attack that took place over the weekend at a Hanukkah event at Bondi Beach, near Sydney, Australia. Carrying out an attack of this kind against the Jewish community at an event marking …
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What ‘Really’ Works for Black and Asian-led Organisations?
On 5 December 2024, four national infrastructure organisations, Action for Race Equality (ARE), The Ubele Initiative, Voice4Change England, and Olmec, came together to host the National Capacity Building Conference, which looked to tackle an …
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Challenging the Accepted View: A Remembrance Day reflection
In this Remembrance Day blog, our Head of PR and Communications Cornelius Alexander reflects on the overlooked contributions of Black and Brown Commonwealth soldiers in the World Wars, urging a more honest remembrance that recognises their shared …
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Standing Firm Beyond October: Reflecting on Black History Month 2025
Every October, Black History Month offers a vital space to reflect, reconnect and reimagine the stories that define Black roots. For us, it's not only a moment to celebrate the achievements of Black Britons past and present, as well as the wider …
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Police Disclosure of Suspect Ethnicity and Nationality
Earlier this year, the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) and College of Policing announced new interim guidance to police forces on publishing ethnicity in high profile cases. Action for Race Equality hosted a Policy Action Forum and heard from …
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Building Fair Futures: The Race Equity in Employment Task Force
Back in May 2025, we came together with Business in the Community (BITC) to launch the Race Equity in Employment Task Force, a bold partnership aimed at tackling one of the most persistent inequalities in the UK: the barriers that hold back Black, …
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Joint statement: BBC Panorama exposes the Met’s failure to change
Panorama’s ‘Undercover in the Police’ investigation has exposed what communities have long known: the Metropolitan Police Service has failed to change. The BBC documentary revealed an ongoing rampant culture of racism, misogyny, and …
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ARE statement on Heaton Park synagogue attack
Action for Race Equality are horrified by the attack that has taken place at a synagogue in Manchester today. Carrying out an attack of this kind against the Jewish community on their holiest day, Yom Kippur, is nothing less than racist violence. …
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Celebrating Winifred Atwell: A trailblazer honoured with a Blue Plaque
On 1 October, Action for Race Equality was honoured to attend the unveiling of an English Heritage Blue Plaque for legendary pianist and entertainer Winifred Atwell at her former home in Mayfair. 🕒 Estimated read time: 3 minutes The event, …
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