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Reasonable Adjustments — Mental Health Letter Template
How to formally request reasonable adjustments for a mental health condition under the Equality Act 2010 — what to include, your legal rights, and a free letter generator.
← All Letter Templates · Mental Health at Work · Last updated 18 August 2026
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If you need to formally request reasonable adjustments for a mental health condition under the Equality Act 2010, a written letter is the recommended first step — it creates a clear record and shows you're pursuing the matter formally. Below is what a strong reasonable adjustments — mental health should include, plus a free tool to generate yours.
What this letter needs to cover
- Identify the mental health condition and confirm it meets the definition of disability
- Describe how the condition affects daily working life
- Set out the specific adjustments being requested
- Explain how each adjustment would remove the disadvantage suffered
- Offer to discuss further and attend an occupational health assessment if needed
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