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The Equality Act 2010 legally protects people from discrimination, by ensuring that unfair treatment on the basis of certain personal characteristics, such as disability, is against the law in almost all cases. The protected characteristics are: age ...
We have seen a significant increase in enquiries about the menopause in recent months. At this stage, from a strict legal perspective, the menopause is not, in itself, protected under the Equality Act. However, it can be captured by protection from age, sex...
The government is currently undergoing a consultation, due to take place between 29 January 2024 to 25 March 2024, to consider the re-introduction of tribunal fees for employees to access the justice service when they have an employment law dispute or wish...
Any organisation carrying out a public function and/or providing a service needs to be aware of and comply with their obligations under the terms of the Equality Act 2010 to avoid claims of unlawful discrimination. This includes a responsibility...
Issuing a claim in the County Court can be a daunting process, especially if you are issuing it yourself. However, it is also essential that, if you wish to bring a civil claim of discrimination , you must ensure that your claim is brought correctly, and...
The term positive discrimination refers to the favouring of an individual who holds a protected characteristic, affording them preferential treatment over others, simply because they possess said characteristic. Positive discrimination is not legal, and any...
Employment laws play a crucial role in safeguarding the rights and well-being of employees. They include the prevention and resolution of workplace bullying and harassment. Employers and employees need to be aware and receive training on these aspects to...
Any organisation carrying out a public function and/or service providers needs to be aware of and comply with their obligations under the terms of the Equality Act 2010 to avoid claims of unlawful discrimination. Discrimination is the unequal...
Assistance dogs are auxiliary aids and as such, they are considered to be integral to assisting disabled individuals in coping with various aspects of their day-to-day lives. In the Equality Act 2010, an assistance dog is defined in section 173 as: a...
With 2024 right around the corner, employees and employers alike may be looking to leave ongoing workplace issues in 2023 or address any issues that have been ongoing but left unattended throughout the year. This guide sets out top tips for how to deal with...
