UK companies still do not have a diverse workforce despite long-standing equality legislation, according to Monster’s latest poll.

The survey found that 38% of respondents think that their employers have a diverse workforce, 36% think their employer doesn’t have a diverse workforce, and 15% of respondents didn’t know. Meanwhile, 11% said their employers are starting to think about diversity but it is not yet a reality.

Rob Brouwer, chief executive Monster UK and Ireland, says: “Maintaining a diverse workforce can be beneficial for companies of all sizes and in all sectors.

“Employers may not be aware of the rewards a diverse workforce can reap for their business. People from different backgrounds provide the workforce with a broader skill set and cultural differences in practice. It also enables you to select from a bigger pool of candidates.”