Creative Diversity Network (CDN) has announced the launch of a new, enhanced and improved iteration of the Diamond diversity monitoring system for measuring representation on and off screen.
The new version will offer extensive improvements for users and enhanced data collection abilities, which will provide an even more comprehensive view of representation in UK television. It has been developed in partnership with the main broadcasters following extensive consultation with a wide range of stakeholders including production companies and Pact.
Diamond 2.0 will begin collecting data in July 2026, with reporting using data gathered under the new system due to be issued in 2027. Until then, CDN will continue to report on data gathered under the existing Diamond data system. Training sessions and how-to guides to help users with the changeover will be made available via the CDN website.
The new system is being delivered by The Everyone Project, whose software as a service tool provides similar services with screen industry partners in Australia, Germany and New Zealand.
What It Means
In Practice
Production companies will benefit from a more streamlined, efficient system and for the first time, will be able to access consolidated Diamond reports to measure their own performance against industry benchmarks and use it to complete diversity information required by broadcasters, awards bodies, funders and other organisations.
Individuals will only have to fill in one diversity monitoring form which can be linked to future programmes rather than having to fill in multiple forms for different projects. There will be a new refreshed question set, and individuals will find it much simpler to edit and control their data to reflect any change of circumstance. The new system will also benefit from updated, state-of-the-art privacy and security to guarantee the highest levels of anonymity.
Broadcasters will for the first time be able to analyse both linear and streaming contributions and will be better able to report on intersectionality – for example gender and race, or disability and socio-economic background. In future, broadcasters will also be able to carry out more in-depth longitudinal analysis measuring progression from entry level to more senior roles.
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For more information, including answers to some FAQs for production companies, please visit the CDN website.
We will continue to share information with members about the implementation of Diamond 2.0 in the coming months.