Equality Act Psychiatric Report
Expert psychiatric assessment for Equality Act 2010 disability claims. Our psychiatrists evaluate whether mental health conditions meet the statutory definition of disability, addressing substantial and long-term impairment of day-to-day activities.
When This Report Is Instructed
- Employment Tribunal claims alleging disability discrimination
- Claims for failure to make reasonable adjustments in the workplace
- Disputes over whether a mental health condition constitutes a disability
- Cases requiring expert opinion on substantial adverse effect on day-to-day activities
- Assessment of whether impairment is long-term (12 months or likely to last 12 months)
- Appeals against decisions denying disability status
What the Report Covers
- Comprehensive psychiatric assessment and diagnosis
- Review of medical records documenting the history of the condition
- Opinion on whether the evidence is consistent with the statutory definition of disability under the Equality Act 2010
- Assessment of whether the impairment has a substantial adverse effect
- Analysis of impact on normal day-to-day activities
- Opinion on whether the impairment is likely to be long-term
- Consideration of the effect of treatment (deduced effects)
- Assessment of fluctuating conditions and their cumulative impact
- Opinion on progressive conditions where relevant
The report provides independent expert psychiatric opinion to assist the court or tribunal and does not determine liability, findings of fact, or legal outcomes.
Expert Standards
Duty to the Court
Independent, objective opinion uninfluenced by the instructing party.
CPR Part 35 Compliance
Full compliance with CPR Part 35 and Practice Direction.
Statement of Truth
Expert declaration and Statement of Truth included.
This applies equally to claimant, defendant, and single joint expert instructions.
How to Instruct
Send your instruction
Email instruct@psychiatric.report with your letter of instruction, relevant documents, medical records, and questions to address.
Assessment arranged
Assessment arranged remotely or at a suitable location, as required by the instruction.
Draft report issued
Draft report provided for review. Part 35 questions and addenda addressed as applicable.
Final report delivered
Final report with CPR declarations. Court attendance available if required.
Practicalities
Turnaround
2–4 weeks standard; expedited available subject to availability
Indicative Fee
£1,200–£1,600
Subject to complexity and records volume
Additional work: Part 35 questions, addenda, joint statements, and court attendance are available where required. Fees for additional work are confirmed once scope is clear.
We typically respond within 1 working day.