Discrimination can be direct, such as being treated less favorably due to a protected characteristic, or indirect, where policies or practices disadvantage certain groups. Protected characteristics include age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
In the workplace, discrimination might manifest as unfair treatment, harassment, or being overlooked for opportunities. It’s essential to identify whether the treatment you’ve experienced qualifies as discrimination under the Equality Act 2010.
If you believe you’ve been discriminated against, you can:
Documenting incidents and gathering evidence can strengthen your case.
Citizens Advice provides guidance on discrimination issues. Additionally, the Equality Advisory Support Service offers advice and assistance.
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