Automated
Decision Challenge
Challenge potential automated decision-making in your recruitment process and request meaningful human review where UK GDPR Article 22 may apply. Professionally worded, personalised to your situation, and generated instantly from your account.
Automated Decision Challenge
- Article 22 challenge correspondence, personalised to your case
- Human review request, clearly and lawfully worded
- Follow-up draft if the organisation does not respond adequately
- ICO escalation guidance if the request is refused or ignored
- Send-and-log record for your evidence trail
You have the right to challenge automated decisions.
UK GDPR Article 22 gives individuals the right not to be subject to decisions based solely on automated processing — including profiling — that produce significant effects on them. Recruitment decisions can fall within this framework when automated tools screen, score, or rank candidates without meaningful human involvement.
If an applicant tracking system, AI screening tool, or automated scoring platform contributed to a decision about your application, you may have the right to request that a human reviews the decision and that the organisation explains the logic involved.
EquHire does not assess whether Article 22 applies to your specific situation — that is a legal question requiring qualified advice. What EquHire does is provide the structured, professional correspondence to make the request clearly and lawfully, so you can exercise your rights independently.
What counts as an automated decision?
Decisions made wholly or partly by automated means — including CV screening tools, psychometric platforms, video interview AI, and ATS scoring — without meaningful human review of individual cases.
What does "significant effect" mean?
A recruitment rejection can constitute a significant effect where it prevents a candidate from accessing employment. The threshold is assessed case by case — EquHire does not make this assessment.
What can you request?
A human review of the decision, an explanation of the logic involved, and the opportunity to express your point of view and contest the decision where Article 22 applies.
What if the organisation disputes that Article 22 applies?
The organisation must still respond to the request and explain their position. The ICO can be contacted if you believe the response is inadequate. EquHire includes ICO escalation guidance.
For candidates who suspect automation played a role.
You do not need to prove that automation was involved — you need to ask the right question, in the right way, so the organisation is required to respond.
You received a rejection almost immediately after applying — faster than a human could have reviewed your application.
The rejection was automated, templated, or gave no indication of human involvement in the decision.
You completed a video interview, psychometric assessment, or online screening that appeared to be evaluated algorithmically.
You want to formally request human review of a decision that felt mechanical or inconsistent with your qualifications.
You want to create a clear record before deciding whether to take further action, including a DSAR or ICO complaint.
You want to respond professionally to an outcome that felt opaque or impossible to understand.
Legal advice, a formal legal opinion on whether Article 22 applies, representation, or ongoing tribunal proceedings. This service supports lawful self-help use only. If you require legal advice, consult a qualified and regulated legal professional.
Personalised correspondence, generated from your answers.
Every document is generated from the information you provide — the employer, the role, the tool or process you believe was automated, and what you are requesting. The output is professional, clearly worded, and specific to your situation.
Article 22 Challenge Correspondence
A clear, professional communication referencing UK GDPR Article 22, requesting confirmation of whether automated processing was involved, and requesting meaningful human review of the decision where applicable.
Human Review Request
A specific request for human review of the recruitment decision, including the opportunity to express your point of view — structured to reflect the rights available under Article 22 where it applies.
Follow-Up Draft
A second communication for use if the organisation does not respond adequately, disputes that Article 22 applies without explanation, or fails to respond within the statutory timeframe.
ICO Escalation Guidance and Log
Guidance on when and how to contact the Information Commissioner's Office if the organisation fails to respond or provides an inadequate response. Includes a send-and-log record for your evidence trail.
Three steps. Under ten minutes.
Purchase, answer the questionnaire, and receive your personalised correspondence — all within your secure EquHire account. You send it yourself, in your own time.
Purchase and access
Complete checkout. Your account is created automatically and you are taken directly to the Automated Decision Challenge questionnaire. No waiting, no email confirmation required to begin.
Complete the questionnaire
Answer questions about the employer, the role, the process you believe was automated, and what you want to request. Be as specific as you can — the more detail you provide, the stronger your correspondence.
Review and send
Your correspondence is generated instantly and displayed in your account. Review it, copy the text, and send it directly to the employer or recruiter. EquHire does not contact organisations on your behalf.
What is included
- Plain-English explanation of UK GDPR Article 22 and when it may apply
- Personalised Article 22 challenge correspondence
- Human review request, lawfully worded
- Follow-up draft for inadequate or absent responses
- ICO escalation guidance and process explanation
- Send-and-log record for your evidence trail
- Signposting to relevant EquHire services for further action
What is not included
- Legal advice or a formal opinion on whether Article 22 applies
- Assessment of whether a decision was unlawful or discriminatory
- Acting or communicating with organisations on your behalf
- Preparation of tribunal, court, or regulatory submissions
- Representation before the ICO or any other body
- Advice on whether to pursue a claim or formal complaint
Common questions
Answers to the questions most people have before using the Automated Decision Challenge service.
EquHire operates within clear legal and professional limits.
- Provides legal information and administrative support, not legal advice
- Does not assess whether Article 22 applies to your specific situation
- Does not assess legal merits or recommend legal action
- Does not contact organisations on your behalf
- Not regulated by the SRA or FCA
- Operated by Konve People, part of Konve Ltd, registered in England and Wales