We help you build a fairer, safer workplace culture.

ClinyQAi are specialist workplace investigation and EDI consultants for the NHS and healthcare sector. We resolve grievances, support investigators, and help organisations meet their duties under the Equality Act 2010.

20+
Verified legislation and policy sources in our knowledge base
3–5 days
Typical turnaround for investigation quality assurance
100%
Source-traceable: every finding anchored to primary law or statutory guidance

Specialist support across the investigation lifecycle

Whether you need an independent investigation, a quality review of an existing process, or someone to guide your internal team through a complex case, our experienced consultants are here to help.

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Investigation quality assurance

Before you issue an outcome letter, let us stress-test your draft investigation report. We evaluate the evidence against the full Equality Act framework, the ACAS Code of Practice and relevant NHS standards, identifying gaps that could expose the organisation at tribunal.

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Investigator support

We support your internal investigators behind the scenes. This includes organising documents, mapping chronologies, preparing legally precise interview schedules and ensuring ACAS procedural compliance at every stage.

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Pre-tribunal risk assessment

If a case is heading to the Employment Tribunal, we provide a frank, data-informed assessment of your organisation's exposure, covering Vento band liability, burden of proof analysis and third-party harassment risks.

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Independent external investigation

For sensitive or complex grievances, particularly those involving allegations of systemic race, disability or sex discrimination, we conduct thorough, impartial investigations grounded in the Equality Act.

Grounded in legislation, informed by research

We work at the intersection of employment law, NHS policy, and the expert evidence base on race and workplace equality.

Discrimination

Direct, indirect and arising from disability. All forms under the Equality Act 2010

Harassment

Including sexual harassment prevention under the Worker Protection Act 2023

Victimisation

Protecting those who raise concerns from detriment under s.27 of the Equality Act

Bullying & culture

Addressing toxic workplace cultures, microaggressions, and exclusionary behaviour

WRES & WDES

Workforce Race and Disability Equality Standards, including data analysis and interpretation

ACAS compliance

Ensuring investigations meet the Code of Practice to avoid 25% tribunal uplifts

Burden of proof

Applying the s.136 two-stage test correctly, which remains the most common investigation failure

Third-party harassment

Preparing for the new employer liability from October 2026

Board & CQC reporting

Translating investigation findings into strategic EDIB governance reporting

Rigorous, impartial, and designed for the NHS

Every situation is unique. We bring diverse experience across employment law, HR and employee relations, and we are comfortable with difficult issues, including those requiring a trauma-informed approach.

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Understand

We listen carefully, review the documentation, and get to the heart of what has happened and what is at stake.

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Analyse

We cross-reference the evidence against the full legal framework, including the Equality Act, ACAS Code, NHS standards and relevant case law.

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Report

Our findings are clear, source-traceable, and structured to support fair, defensible decision-making.

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Support

We remain available to assist with implementation, post-investigation repair, and organisational learning.

Specialist healthcare focus, with wider sector experience

We understand the unique pressures, governance structures, and cultural dynamics of the NHS.

NHS Trusts Integrated Care Boards GP Federations Community Health Mental Health Trusts Ambulance Services Care Providers Local Authorities Housing Associations Charities & Third Sector

Insights on workplace investigation and EDI

Legislation

Sexual harassment at work: what's changing in 2026?

Third-party harassment liability, whistleblowing protections and the "all reasonable steps" standard. Here is what your organisation needs to know.

Investigation

Why NHS investigations fail at tribunal

The intent fallacy, missing the burden of proof and the "culture of avoidance". Common failings and how to address them.

WRES

Using WRES data to strengthen investigation findings

How workforce race equality data can contextualise individual complaints and reveal systemic patterns.

Ready to strengthen your investigation process?

Book a free, confidential 20-minute discovery call. We will listen to your situation and advise on the most appropriate next steps.