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Initial equality impact assessment screening form This form records an equality screening process to determine the relevance of equality to a proposal, and a decision whether or not a full EIA would be appropriate or proportionate.
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Directorate |
Environment |
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Service area |
Environment and Sustainability |
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Proposal being screened |
Approval and Adoption of Nidderdale National Landscape (NNL) and Howardian Hills National Landscape (HHNL) Management Plans |
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Officer(s) carrying out screening |
Iain Mann & Ellie Hook |
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What are you proposing to do? |
Adoption of the Management Plans for both Nidderdale National Landscape and Howardian Hills National Landscape, falls within the responsibility of North Yorkshire Council, as per the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 which requires local authorities whose area includes a National Landscape to prepare and review on a 5-yearly cycle management plans for that protected landscape. The Nidderdale National Landscape Management Plan sets out objectives relevant to the designated area to deliver the statutory purpose to conserve and enhance natural beauty. |
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Why are you proposing this? What are the desired outcomes? |
There is a statutory requirement for NYC to review the Management Plans for National Landscapes in its area.
Implementation of the Plan (which involves many external partners) will lead to improved environmental outcomes for both the Nidderdale and Howardian Hills National Landscapes area, improved access for everyone to the area and improvements to services for those who live and work in the areas. |
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Does the proposal involve a significant commitment or removal of resources? Please give details. |
No. The Management Plan review is part of the ongoing commitment to the Nidderdale and Howardian Hills National Landscape areas. |
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Impact on people with any of the following protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010, or NYC’s additional agreed characteristics As part of this assessment, please consider the following questions: · To what extent is this service used by particular groups of people with protected characteristics? · Does the proposal relate to functions that previous consultation has identified as important? · Do different groups have different needs or experiences in the area the proposal relates to?
If for any characteristic it is considered that there is likely to be an adverse impact or you have ticked ‘Don’t know/no info available’, then a full EIA should be carried out where this is proportionate. You are advised to speak to your directorate representative for advice if you are in any doubt.
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Protected characteristic |
Potential for adverse impact |
Don’t know/No info available |
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Yes |
No |
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Age |
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X |
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Disability |
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X |
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Sex |
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X |
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Race |
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X |
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Sexual orientation |
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X |
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Gender reassignment |
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X |
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Religion or belief |
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X |
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Pregnancy or maternity |
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X |
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Marriage or civil partnership |
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X |
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People in rural areas |
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X |
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People on a low income |
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X |
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Carer (unpaid family or friend) |
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X |
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Are from the Armed Forces Community |
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X |
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Does the proposal relate to an area where there are known inequalities/probable impacts (for example, disabled people’s access to public transport)? Please give details. |
The Management Plans seek to improve services for the both National Landscape’s rural communities and for people (whether visitors or local residents) who may currently experience difficulties in accessing and enjoying the National Landscapes (HHNL and NNL). |
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Will the proposal have a significant effect on how other organisations operate? (for example, partners, funding criteria, etc.). Do any of these organisations support people with protected characteristics? Please explain why you have reached this conclusion. |
The Management Plans for both National Landscapes seek to support partner organisations who are involved in the provision of services to help improve services for the National Landscape’s rural communities and for people who may currently experience difficulties in accessing and enjoying the National Landscapes. |
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Decision (Please tick one option) |
EIA not relevant or proportionate: |
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Continue to full EIA: |
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Reason for decision |
The Nidderdale National Landscape and Howardian Hills National Landscape Management Plans include multiple objectives that seek to improve services available to the widest range of people who live, work and visit (or seek to visit) the National Landscapes. It does not include any objectives that will have a potential adverse impact on people with any of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010 or NYC’s additional agreed characteristics. |
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Signed (Assistant Director or equivalent) |
Michael Leah |
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Date |
22/08/2025 |
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