Equality & Diversity Policy
This policy applies to Rateio (“the Company”), a UK-based online platform operating a workplace review directory that allows individuals to leave anonymous reviews of their employers.
This policy is written in accordance with UK law and best practice.
Last updated: December 2025
Policy Statement
The Company is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of its operations. We value diversity and aim to create an environment that is respectful, inclusive, and free from discrimination.
Scope
This policy applies to:
- Employees and contractors
- Platform users and contributors
- Partners and suppliers
Legal Framework
This policy is informed by the Equality Act 2010 and related UK legislation.
Our Commitment
We are committed to:
- Equal opportunities regardless of protected characteristics
- Preventing discrimination, harassment, and victimisation
- Treating all individuals fairly and with respect
Protected characteristics include, but are not limited to:
- Age
- Disability
- Gender reassignment
- Marriage and civil partnership
- Pregnancy and maternity
- Race
- Religion or belief
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
Platform-Specific Commitments
As an anonymous workplace review platform, we:
- Operate post-moderation, reviewing content after publication
- Moderate content to prevent hate speech, harassment, defamatory or discriminatory language
- Allow employers to respond to reviews in a transparent and proportionate manner
- Remove or amend reviews that breach our content or moderation policies
- Protect the anonymity of reviewers to encourage open and honest expression
Responsibilities
All individuals engaging with the Company must:
- Treat others with dignity and respect
- Avoid discriminatory or abusive behaviour
- Comply with our Acceptable Use and Review Policies
Complaints
Any concerns or complaints relating to equality or discrimination may be raised via:
compliance@rateio.co.uk
All complaints will be handled fairly, sensitively, and without retaliation.