S75 Equality And Good Relations Screening Form
General Information: Service
This is an existing service.
Operational Area: Operations, Environmental Services
Title: Review of accessibility for users of Household Recycling Centres
Brief Summary:
Following resident feedback Council intends to review the accessibility of its current set up and service provision at Household Recycling Centres.
What is it trying to achieve? (intended aims and outcomes)
To identify and remove or provide relevant mitigation of current barriers to access.
Who owns and who implements each element of the function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance?
The operations section own and implement all elements of the operating of Household Recycling Centres across the borough.
Other policies etc. which have a bearing on this function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance?
Strategies and Procedures:
• Operations business plan current.
• Current Household Recycling Centre operating procedures.
• Councils Equality Scheme.
• Equality Action Plan.
• Councils Corporate Strategy.
• Councils Community Plan.
Legislation:
• Northern Ireland Act 1998 (Section 75).
• The Health and Safety at Work (Northern Ireland) Order 1978.
• The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (DDA), and amendments by the Disability Discrimination (Northern Ireland) Order 2006.
Available Evidence
Evidence to help inform the screening process may take many forms. Public authorities should ensure that their screening decision is informed by relevant data.
What evidence/information (both qualitative and quantitative have you gathered to inform this function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance? Specify details for relevant Section 75 categories.
It is proposed that all Section 75 categories will be considered via:
• Quantitative evidence has been sourced via the NI Census in 2021 and the Northern Ireland Life and Times Survey 2020.
Results from the Councils 2024 Citizens Survey highlighted that refuse collection was the most important service to citizens. This factor along with increased levels in fly tipping within the borough are reasons why it’s important that our Household recycling centres are suitable to all. In the same survey some people stated that the service at household recycling centres didn’t always meet their needs for various reasons.
Other feedback mechanisms also highlighted barriers for individuals with disabilities.
As a result, of the above feedback it was decided that an accessibility survey was the best approach to identify key improvements.
Section 75 Category
Details of Evidence/Information:
• The Census statistics in 2021 collated by NISRA statistics detailed the usual resident population of Causeway Coast & Glens Local Government District to be 141,746 accounting for 7.45% of the N.I. total. Statistical information with regards to the Districts makeup and individuals therein was also reviewed.
• Council does not hold information on household recycling centre users under the Section 75 headings.
A survey which asks these questions will support the identification of needs related to those specific and multiple groupings.
Religious Beliefs
The 2021 Census outlined:
Religion / religion brought up in:
Census 2021 CC&G Borough Council Northern Ireland
Roman Catholic 40.12% 45.70%
Protestant & Other Christian
(including Christian related) 51.17% 43.48%
Other Religions 0.78% 1.50%
None/Not stated 7.94% 9.32%
District Electoral
Area 2014 Label Catholic Protestant and Other Other religions No religion/
Christian (including Christian related) religion not stated
Ballymoney 7,159 13,170 157 4,033
Bann 5,815 9,005 105 2,610
Benbradagh 12,254 4,048 42 1,474
Causeway 4,258 14,636 248 5,400
Coleraine 5,128 12,674 270 5,553
Limavady 7,313 6,740 68 2,109
The Glens 11,374 3,964 71 2,068
In terms of religion or religion brought up in the 2021 Census indicates that our resident’s religious beliefs are comparable to those in Northern Ireland in that there are 2 predominant groupings i.e. Roman Catholic and Protestant. However, we also have a number of individuals (7.94%) who do not practice a specific religion or who do not wish to be grouped into a specific religion. In addition, we have a small number of individuals who practice other religions.
Religion is not a factor in service provision and those providing the service are generally unaware of the religious background of any user. To date there is no evidence to show either a detriment or benefit within this Section 75 category.
However, a consultation process will support the identification of any currently unidentified impacts.
Political Opinion
At the last local elections (2023) in Causeway Coast and Glens Councillor seats were deemed as follows:
Councillors total
Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) 13
Sinn Féin 12
Alliance Party 5
Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) 4
Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP) 3
Traditional Unionist Voice 2
Other 1
Voting by District Electoral Area
Alliance Democratic Progressive Unionist Sinn Féin Social Democratic Traditional Unionist Ulster Unionist
Unionist Party of NI & Labour Party Voice
Ballymoney 1 2 2 1 1
Bann 2 2 1
Benbradagh 1 3 1
Causeway 2 3 1 1
Coleraine 1 2 1 1 1
Limavady 1 2 1 1
The Glens 1 3 1
In Northern Ireland religion, political opinion and national identity tend to be interlinked and therefore what impacts one of these Section 75 categories can also have a similar impact on the others.
The household recycling centres are placed around the borough and provide a service to all.
However, a consultation process will support the identification of any currently unidentified impacts.
Racial Group
On Census Day 21 March 2021 the resident population was:
Census 2021 CC&G Borough Council Northern Ireland
White 98.55% 96.55%
Irish Traveller 0.03% 0.14%
Roma 0.01% 0.08%
Indian 0.15% 0.52%
Chinese 0.22% 0.50%
Filipino 0.10% 0.23%
Pakistani 0.03% 0.08%
Arab 0.03% 0.10%
Other Asian 0.10% 0.28%
Black African 0.12% 0.42%
Black Other 0.04% 0.16%
Mixed 0.51% 0.76%
Other ethnicities 0.11% 0.19%
The 2021 Census detailed 98.55% of our population is white, with 1.45% from an ethnic background. The largest minority ethnic groups in Causeway Coast and Glens are the Chinese (0.22%), Indian (0.15%) and Filipino (0.10%). The proportion of ethnic groups from a non-white background has increased in Causeway Coast and Glens over the last 10 years by 0.95% slightly increasing the diversity in our population.
As a result, the survey can be offered in alternative languages to ensure everyone has the opportunity to have their say and provide suggestions for improvement.
The survey will be publicised on the Councils website which supports translation into various languages for the 2% of our population noted below.
Main Language
Census 2021 CC&G Borough Council
English 98%
Other languages 2%
The survey will be provided in Easy Read and people can receive a paper copy which can be taken away for later completion.To date there is no evidence to show either a detriment or benefit to any specific group within this Section 75 category.However, a consultation process will support the identification of any currently unidentified impacts.
Age
(NISRA Census 2021 – Table MS-A02)
Census 2021 CC&G Borough Council Northern Ireland
15-19 years 8,326 (5.87%) 113,203 (5.95%)
20-24 years 7,873 (5.55%) 111,386 (5.85%)
25-29 years 7,713 (5.44%) 116,409 (6.12%)
30-34 years 8,460 (5.97%) 126,050 (6.62%)
35-39 years 8,528 (6.02%) 127,313 (6.69%)
40-44 years 8,513 (6.01%) 122,163 (6.42%)
45-49 years 9,322 (6.58%) 121,670 (6.39%)
50-54 years 10,412 (7.35%) 130,967 (6.88%)
55-59 years 10,150 (7.16%) 129,276 (6.79%)
60-64 years 9,171 (6.47%) 113,049 (5.94%)
65-69 years 7,769 (5.48%) 93,464 (4.91%)
70-74 years 6,990 (4.93%) 83,467 (4.39%)
75-79 years 5,659 (3.99%) 66,377 (3.49%)
80-84 years 3,718 (2.62%) 43,776 (2.30%)
85-89 years 2,126 (1.50%) 25,879 (1.36%)
90+ years 1,051 (0.74%) 13,512 (0.71%)
TOTAL Population 141,745 1,903,174
District Electoral Area 2014 Aged 17+
Ballymoney 19,212
Bann 13,687
Benbradagh 13,531
Causeway 20,268
Coleraine 18,928
Limavady 12,988
The Glens 13,794
The above statistics relate to those of 17 years of age plus as the majority of people attend household recycling centres by car.
Statistics in the tables above highlight an ageing population. It is acknowledged that in conjunction with dependants and disability different age groups may generate more household waste. Help will be provided upon request.
As a result, the survey has been designed in large print and easy read as standard. The advert for the survey will be placed in various formats to suit preferences which can be linked to various age groups e.g. younger people tend to prefer electronic options and older people tend to prefer written paper options.
To date there is evidence to show this group may suffer a detriment when using the site due to high reach areas and the requirement of the individual to ask for help.
A consultation process will support the identification of any currently unknown impacts.
Marital Status
Marital status by former legacy Council area (most recent figures available from Census 2021):
Marital and civil partnership status MS-A30: Census 2021 CC&G Borough Council Northern Ireland
Single (never married or never registered a civil partnership) 40,720 (35.67%) 576,708 (38.07%)
Married 54,576 (47.81%) 690,509 (45.59%)
In a civil partnership 155 (0.14%) 2,742 (0.18%)
Separated (but still legally married or still legally
in a civil partnership) 3,795 (3.32%) 57,272 (3.78%)
Divorced or formerly in a civil partnership which is
now legally dissolved 7,258 (6.36%) 91,128 (6.02%)
Widowed or surviving partner from a civil partnership 7,655 (6.71%) 96,384 (6.36%)
All usual residents aged 16 and over 114,159 1,514,743
District Electoral Area 2014
Single - never married Married or in Separated -but still legally Divorced or formerly Widowed or surviving
or never registered a civil married or still legally in in a civil partnership partner from a civil
a civil partnership partnership a civil partnership which is now legally partnership
dissolved
Ballymoney 6,673 9,641 643 1,241 1,341
Bann 4,405 7,563 420 666 884
Benbradagh 5,120 6,853 485 616 694
Causeway 7,187 9,774 599 1,418 1,549
Coleraine 7,469 8,080 712 1,627 1,315
Limavady 4,895 5,862 509 930 972
The Glens 4,974 6,958 427 760 899
Causeway Coast and Glens follows a similar pattern to that of Northern Ireland in that the highest percentage of residents are married (47.81% compared with the NI average of 45.59%). The patterns are all higher than the NI average with the exception of Individuals in a civil partnership lens at 0.14% is slightly lower than the NI average of 0.18%.
Staff breakdown by Marital Status (Figures as at 21 October 2022)
Marital Status Number of staff
Unknown 60 (9.92%)
Married \ Civil Partnership 336 (55.54%)
Divorced 12 (1.98%)
Other 19 (3.14%)
Separated 12 (1.98%)
Single 164 (27.11%)
Widowed 2 (0.33%)
Total 605
The service is provided to all regardless of their marital status. To date there is no evidence to show either a detriment or benefit to any specific group within this Section 75 category.
A consultation process will support the identification of any currently unknown impacts.
Sexual Orientation
The 2021 census for the first time included a question on sexual orientation.
Sexual orientation
MS-C01: Census 2021 CC&G Borough Council Northern Ireland
Straight or heterosexual 104,205 (91.28%) 1,363,859 (90.04%)
Gay or lesbian 906 (0.79%) 17,713 (1.17%)
Bisexual 596 (0.52%) 11,306 (0.75%)
Other sexual orientation 135 (0.12%) 2,597 (0.17%)
Prefer not to say 4,502 (3.94%) 69,307 (4.58%)
Not stated 3,816 (3.34%) 49,961 (3.30%)
All usual residents aged 16 and over 114,160 1,514,743
District Electoral Area Straight or Gay, lesbian, bisexual, Prefer not to say/
2014 Label heterosexual other sexual orientation Not Stated
Ballymoney 17,925 217 1,396
Bann 12,929 131 878
Benbradagh 12,674 171 923
Causeway 18,595 401 1,531
Coleraine 17,293 386 1,525
Limavady 11,906 170 1,092
The Glens 12,882 160 973
The service is provided to all regardless of sexual orientation. To date there is no evidence to show either a detriment or benefit to any specific group within this Section 75 category.
A consultation process will support the identification of any currently unknown impacts.
Men and Women Generally Gender:
(Census 2021 – Table MS-A07)
CC&G Borough Council Northern Ireland
Male 69,848 (49.28%) 936,132 (49.19%)
Female 71,898 (50.72%) 967,043 (50.81%)
Staff breakdown by Gender (Figures as at 21 October 2022)
Gender Number of staff
Male 335 (55.38%)
Female 270 (44.62%)
Total 605
The service is provided to all regardless of gender and help is provided upon request. To date there is no evidence to show either a detriment or benefit to any specific group within this Section 75 category.
A consultation process will support the identification of any currently unknown impacts.
Dependants
In Causeway Coast and Glens 28% of households include dependent children, compared with the NI average of 29.21%.
Number of dependent children - households
MS-A24: Census 2021 CC&G Borough Council Northern Ireland
All households 57,577 768,809
No children in household 31,968 (55.52%) 423,956 (55.14%)
No dependent children in household/
All children in household non-dependent 9,490 (16.48%) 120,314 (15.65%)
One dependent child:
aged 0-4 1,816 (3.15%) 27,233 (3.54%)
aged 5-11 1,470 (2.55%) 21,123 (2.75%)
aged 12-18 2,919 (5.07%) 39,203 (5.10%)
Two dependent children:
youngest aged 0-4 2,293 (3.98%) 32,598 (4.24%)
youngest aged 5-11 2,635 (4.58%) 36,534 (4.75%)
youngest aged 12-18 1,398 (2.43%) 18,532 (2.41%)
Three or more dependent children:
youngest aged 0-4 1,773 (3.08%) 24,120 (3.14%)
youngest aged 5-11 1,562 (2.71%) 21,677 (2.82%)
youngest aged 12-18 253 (0.44%) 3,519 (0.46%)
District Electoral Dependent child Not a dependent child
Area 2014 Label
Ballymoney 5,760 18,581
Bann 4,161 13,304
Benbradagh 4,637 13,168
Causeway 4,705 19,506
Coleraine 5,163 17,962
Limavady 3,564 12,000
The Glens 4,018 13,270
District Electoral Provides no Provides 1 or more
Area 2014 Label unpaid care hours unpaid care per week
Ballymoney 20,283 2,774
Bann 14,539 2,011
Benbradagh 14,612 1,974
Causeway 20,615 2,783
Coleraine 19,781 2,573
Limavady 13,577 1,804
The Glens 14,379 2,068
The service is provided to all regardless if they do or do not have dependants. To date there is no evidence to show either a detriment or benefit to any specific group within this Section 75 category. However, if considered as a multiple identity for example disability this may then create a detriment.
A consultation process will support the identification of any currently unknown impacts.
Disability
The Census 2021 showed that 35.95% of our residents has a long-term health condition or illness which limits their daily activities or the work they can do, which is slightly higher than the NI average of 34.67%.
Number of long-term health conditions MS-D04: Census 2021 CC&G Borough Council Northern Ireland
All usual residents 141,746 1,903,176
Does not have a long-term health condition 90,793 (64.05%) 1,243,371 (65.33%)
1 long-term health condition 26,690 (18.83%) 344,687 (18.11%)
2 long-term health conditions 12,121 (8.55%) 151,512 (7.96%)
3 long-term health conditions 6,220 (4.39%) 81,075 (4.26%)
4 long-term health conditions 3,440 (2.43%) 46,166 (2.43%)
5 or more long-term health conditions 2,482 (1.75%) 36,365 (1.91%)
Currently Council has no data on usage in relation to Section 75 Categories, therefore at present there no evidence to indicate that this policy/procedure will have a positive or negative impact on this Section 75 group.
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council Long-term Condition
Deafness or partial hearing loss 8,914 (6.29%)
Blindness or partial sight 2,560 (1.81%)
Mobility or dexterity that requires the use of a wheelchair 2,145 (1.51%)
Mobility or dexterity that limits physical activities 15,951 (11.25%)
Intellectual or learning disability 1,340 (0.95%)
Intellectual or learning difficulty 4,334 (3.06%)
Autism or Asperger syndrome 2,282 (1.61%)
An emotional, psychological or mental health condition 11,787 (8.32%)
Frequent periods of confusion or memory loss 2,681 (1.89%)
Long term pain or discomfort 17,396 (12.27%)
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing 14,525 (10.25%)
Other condition 13,214 (9.32%)
Source: NISRA, Census 2021, tables MS-D03, MS-D04 through to MS-D16
All signage is provided in the appropriate font to support those with visual impairment, this has been taken into consideration in the design of the survey and the signs at household recycling centres. In the survey a minimum of 18pt has been used and in the signage a minimum of 22pt.
To date there is evidence to show this group may suffer a detriment when using the site due to high reach areas and the requirement of the individual to ask for help.
A consultation process will support the identification of any currently unknown impacts.
Screening Questions
1. What is the likely impact on equality of opportunity for those affected by this function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance?
Section 75 Category - Positive impact (it could benefit), Neutral or Negative impact (it could disadvantage).
Gender
Women, Men, Transgender men/women, Other: Neutral impact on this section. Different individuals have various reach spans and although it is presently not identified that any specific gender will be detrimentally impacted, the consultation process will provide more in-depth information.
Race The categories used in the Race section are those used in the 2011 census. Consideration should be given to the needs of specific communities within the broad categories.
Asian, Black, Chinese, Mixed race, Other: Neutral impact on this section. It is felt that mitigation has been provided to support those from different racial backgrounds to avail of an efficient and effective service. However, the consultation process will provide more in-depth information.
Disability Long term health impairment could include mental health problems, asthma, heart conditions, chronic fatigue etc.
Neutral, minor to major negative impact on this section. Individuals with different disabilities will be impacted differently and this impact could range from neutral to major. For example individuals with lower levels of mobility or those who use mobility aids may be detrimentally impacted and require mitigation such as support to dispose of their waste. However, the consultation process will provide more in-depth information.
Sexual orientation Heterosexual, lesbian, gay men, bisexual, others
Neutral impact on this section. Sexual orientation is not deemed to be impacted by the service provision at household recycling centres.
Age Younger people and children: Neutral impact on this section. Older People: Neutral, minor or major negative impact on this section.
Mitigation has been provided to support those older individuals to avail of an efficient and effective service.
Again, it is noted that age impacts individuals differently and the impact of the current service provision could be detrimental and could range from neutral to major. For example, individuals with lower levels of mobility or those who use mobility aids may be detrimentally impacted and require mitigation such as support to dispose of their waste. However, the consultation process will provide more in-depth information.
Political Opinion
Neutral impact on this section. An individuals’ various political opinions are not deemed to be impacted by the service provision at household recycling centres.
Religious Belief
Neutral impact on this section. An individuals’ various religious beliefs are not deemed to be impacted by the service provision at household recycling centres.
Martial Status
Neutral impact on this section. An individuals’ marital status is not deemed to be impacted by the service provision at household recycling centres.
Dependants
Neutral, Minor to Major negative impact on this section. It is noted that the type of dependant may create additional service needs therefore, the impact of the current service provision could be detrimental and could range from neutral to major. For example, those with young families may have increased waste and may as a result have to use household recycling centres. The consultation process will provide more in-depth information.
Screening Questions
2. Are there opportunities to better promote equality of opportunity for people within any of the Section 75 categories?
Gender (Women, Men, Transgender men/women, Other please specify).
No. The survey and service does not support opportunity to promote equality of opportunity in relation to gender.
Race The categories used in the Race section are those used in the 2011 census. Consideration should be given to the needs of specific communities within the broad categories.
(Asian, Black, Chinese, Mixed race, White, Other please specify).
No. The survey and service does not aim to provide opportunities for increased promotion of opportunity, however providing information in various languages may promote equality on a minor level.
Disability Long term health impairment could include mental health problems, asthma, heart conditions, chronic fatigue etc.
Yes. The survey and service has incorporated mitigation measures to provide equality of opportunity for individuals with a disability.
Sexual orientation Heterosexual, lesbian, gay men, bisexual, others.
No. The survey and service does not support opportunity to promote equality of opportunity in relation to sexual orientation.
Age Older People, Younger people and children.
Yes. The survey and service has incorporated mitigation measures and asked specific questions to identify measures to support equality of opportunity for individuals of all ages.
Political Opinion.
No. The survey and service does not support opportunity to promote equality of opportunity in relation to political opinion.
Religious Belief.
No. The survey and service does not support opportunity to promote equality of opportunity in relation to religious belief.
Marital Status.
No. The survey and service does not support opportunity to promote equality of opportunity in relation to marital status.
Dependants.
Yes. There is some opportunity to promote equality of opportunity in relation to dependents by providing opportunities for individuals to identify their needs and potential mitigation measures.
Screening Questions.
3. To what extent is the policy likely to impact on good relations between people of different religious belief, political opinion or racial group?
Section 75 Category: Religious Belief.
Level of impact: None. The survey and service is unlikely to impact on good relations in relation to Religious Belief.
Section 75 Category: Political Opinion.
Level of impact: None. The survey and service is unlikely to impact on good relations in relation to Political Opinion.
Section 75 Category: Racial Group.
Level of impact: None. The survey and service is unlikely to impact on good relations in relation to Racial Group.
Screening Questions.
4. Are there opportunities to better promote good relations between people of different religious belief, political opinion or racial group?
Religious Belief: No. The survey and service has no remit to impact on good relations.
Political Opinion: No. The survey and service has no remit to impact on good relations.
Racial Group: No. The survey and service has no remit to impact on good relations.
Additional Considerations.
Generally speaking people can fall into more than one Section 75 category. Taking this into consideration, are there any potential impacts of the function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance on people with multiple identities? (For example: disabled minority ethnic people, disabled women, young Protestant men, young lesbians, gay and bisexual people.)
Measures have been put in place to support those with multiple identities, for example, older individuals will be informed of the process through more traditional forms of advertisements, e.g., newspapers and notices on-site and younger individuals through the provision of a QR code and on Council website. Provisions have been made to support disabled minority ethic individuals to receive information in a suitable language upon request.
Provide details of data on the impact of the function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance on people with multiple identities. Specify the relevant Section 75 categories concerned.
Measures have been put in place to support those with multiple identities, example, all genders and ages with dependents can use the QR code or receive a paper copy of the survey at the centre. The survey will be screen reader compliant and all requests for alternative formats will be considered.
Disability Considerations.
Is there an opportunity to better promote positive attitudes towards disabled people by altering this function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance?
Yes. Provisions will be made if necessary to support disabled minority ethic individuals to receive information in a suitable language upon request.
Is there an opportunity to encourage participation by disabled people in public life by altering this function, service, policy, procedure, project, strategy, plan or guidance?
No.
Screening Decision.
Likely Impact: Minor
If the decision is to subject the policy to an equality impact assessment (i.e. likely impact – Major), please provide details of the reasons for this:
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If the decision is not to conduct an equality impact assessment (i.e. likely impact = Minor) the Council should consider if the policy should be mitigated or an alternative policy be introduced:
The Council is currently undertaking a consultation process to identify further mitigation opportunities and alternative requirements.
If the decision is not to conduct an equality impact assessment (i.e. likely impact = None), please provide details of the reasons for this:
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Mitigation.
When the Council concludes that the likely impact is ‘Minor’ and an equality impact assessment is not to be conducted, the Council may consider mitigation to lessen the severity of any equality impact, or the introduction of an alternative policy to better promote equality of opportunity or good relations.
Can the policy/decision be amended or changed or an alternative policy introduced to better promote equality of opportunity and/or good relations?
Yes.
If YES, give the reasons to support your decision, together with the proposed changes/amendments or alternative policy:
The Council is currently undertaking a consultation process to identify further mitigation opportunities and alternative requirements.
Timetabling And Prioritising.
If the policy/decision has been ‘screened in’ for equality impact assessment, then please answer the following questions to determine its priority for timetabling the equality impact assessment.
On a scale of 1 to 3, with 1 being the lowest priority and 3 the highest, assess the policy in terms of its priority for equality impact assessment.
Priority Criterion Rating (1 to 3).
Effect on equality of opportunity and good relations N/A
Social Need N/A
Effect on people’s daily lives N/A
Relevance to the Council’s functions N/A
Monitoring.
Please outline proposals for future monitoring of the policy/decision:
The Council is currently undertaking a consultation process to identify further mitigation opportunities and alternative requirements. The responses will be reviewed at the end of the consultation period and service improvement suggestions will be presented to the elected members.
Any additional mitigation introduced will be piloted to ensure it has addressed the issue effectively.
Approval And Authorisation
Screened By: Operations Supervisor 12 November 2024
Approved By: Head of Operations 22 November 2024