Author: Contend Legal
Your Rights Against Trans and Non-Binary Discrimination
Introduction to Trans and Non-Binary Discrimination Transgender and non-binary people are individuals whose gender identity is different from the sex they were assigned at birth. A transgender person may identify as a man or a woman, while a non-binary person does not exclusively identify as either male or female. Both groups may face unique challenges…
Understanding Your Rights: Sexual Orientation Discrimination in UK Law
What is Sexual Orientation Discrimination? Sexual orientation discrimination happens when someone is treated unfairly because of their sexual orientation – meaning who they are attracted to, whether they are gay, lesbian, bisexual, straight, or another orientation. Under UK law, this type of discrimination is unlawful in many areas of life, including work, education, and when…
Understanding Religious or Belief Discrimination in UK Law
What is Religious or Belief-Based Discrimination? What is Religious or Belief-Based Discrimination? Religious or belief-based discrimination happens when someone is treated unfairly because of their religion, their religious beliefs, or their philosophical beliefs. In the UK, this type of discrimination is unlawful under the Equality Act 2010, which recognises religion or belief as one of…
Understanding Race Discrimination and Your Legal Rights
What is Race Discrimination? Race discrimination happens when someone is treated unfairly or less favourably because of their race. Under UK law, specifically the Equality Act 2010, race discrimination is unlawful in many areas of life, including at work, in education, when using public services, or when buying goods and services. The law defines "race"…
Pregnancy and Maternity Discrimination: Your Rights Explained
Understanding Pregnancy and Maternity Discrimination Pregnancy and maternity discrimination happens when you are treated unfairly because you are pregnant, on maternity leave, or have recently given birth. Under UK law, this type of discrimination is specifically protected to ensure that women are not disadvantaged in the workplace or elsewhere due to pregnancy or maternity. The…
Your Rights and Legal Protections Against Gender Discrimination
Understanding Gender and Sex Discrimination Understanding Gender and Sex Discrimination Gender and sex discrimination occurs when someone is treated unfairly or less favourably because of their gender (being male or female), or because they are undergoing, have undergone, or are planning to undergo gender reassignment. In the UK, these forms of discrimination are illegal under…
Understanding Your Rights: Disability Discrimination in UK Law
What is Disability Discrimination? Disability discrimination occurs when someone is treated unfairly or less favourably because of a disability. In the UK, this type of discrimination is unlawful under the Equality Act 2010, which is the main piece of legislation protecting disabled people’s rights. The Act covers a wide range of situations, including employment, education,…
Understanding Age Discrimination and Your Rights in the UK
What is Age Discrimination? What is Age Discrimination? Age discrimination means being treated unfairly or less favourably because of your age – whether you are younger or older. Under UK law, age is recognised as one of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. This means it is unlawful for organisations or individuals to…
Protected Characteristics Under the Equality Act 2010: Legal Overview
Introduction to Protected Characteristics The Equality Act 2010 is the main law in the UK that protects people from unfair treatment and promotes a fair and more equal society. A key part of this law is the concept of “protected characteristics.” These are specific traits or aspects of a person’s identity that are legally safeguarded.…
Starting a Discrimination Claim: Key Steps and Your Rights
Understanding Discrimination Understanding Discrimination Discrimination, in the context of UK law, means being treated unfairly or less favourably because of certain personal characteristics. The main law that protects people from discrimination in England, Wales, and Scotland is the Equality Act 2010. This Act sets out clear rules about what counts as discrimination and who is…
