The NHS Next Stage Review emphasises the requirement of high-quality leadership at all levels within organisations. There is also growing evidence that senior leaders can play a crucial role in the design and success of service delivery and employment to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse population. This briefing brings together evidence from within the NHS and externally to support trusts and their leaders to use their roles to embed diversity within their organisations and effectively respond to the current regulatory climate. (NHS Employers - publications)