Question 4

Does the identified positive action meet your Legitimate Aim?

A Legitimate Aim is the reason behind the Positive Action. This reason must not be discriminatory in itself and it must be a genuine reason.

  • There might be more than one solution
  • An intervention that runs indefinitely, especially without review, is unlikely to be proportionate

Before answering this question, think about the Positive Action you wish to implement, ensuring it meets your Legitimate Aim. You may wish to refer to the guidance for support around concepts, definitions, and examples.

Yes

The identified positive action meets the Legitimate Aim

No

The identified positive action does not meet the Legitimate Aim