Aviva's New Hiring Policy Sparks Diversity Debate
CEO Amanda Blanc's requirement for final approval on all senior white male hires raises questions about discrimination and business impact.
- Aviva's CEO, Amanda Blanc, has implemented a policy where all senior white male hires must receive her final approval, sparking a debate about diversity and discrimination in the workplace.
- Critics argue that this policy could be discriminatory towards white men and may not be beneficial for the business.
- Supporters of the policy see it as a necessary check and balance in the current climate to promote diversity.
- Despite the controversy, more than half of Aviva's senior appointments in the last year have been male.
- Aviva has not broken any rules with its policy, but lawyers warn of potential risks in drawing up policies based on certain characteristics.
The Telegraph 
