Positive Action in the Workplace
Employers are under a legal duty not to discriminate against prospective or existing employees, either negatively or positively. However, that is not to say employers cannot take ‘positive action’ to assist certain groups of people that are potentially at a disadvantage or under-represented within their workforce. In this article we examine what amounts to taking […]
Perceptive Discrimination at Work
In the UK, it is unlawful to treat someone less favourably than someone else at work because of certain protected characteristics, such as their age, sex, disability, race or religion. This includes treating someone unfairly because of a perception that they possess a particular characteristic. The following guide for employers outlines the law relating to […]
Associative Discrimination Guide for Employers
It is unlawful to treat someone unfairly in the workplace because they possess a protected characteristic, such as age, disability, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race or religion, including if they associate with someone who possesses a particular characteristic. The following practical guide for employers on associative discrimination looks at what this is and when protection […]
Disability Discrimination: Overview for Employers
It is unlawful to discriminate against an individual in the workplace by reason of disability. Discrimination issues typically relate to flawed or inconsistent organisational policies, procedures or practices that have failed to accommodate people’s physical or mental impairments as required by law. Understanding and recognising different types of disability discrimination can help employers take a […]
Equal Pay Law: Employers’ Guide
Equality of pay remains an ongoing source of dispute and complaints in the workplace. Understanding the employment rights of their workforce, including the law on equal pay between men and women, forms an important part of an employer’s obligations. The following guide for employers looks at what the law says about equal pay, in this […]
Sex Discrimination at Work: Employer Guide
Sex discrimination refers to when someone is unfairly disadvantaged in the workplace because of their gender. Most sex discrimination is directed towards women, but it is equally unlawful to discriminate against a man because of his gender. Sex discrimination remains a common workplace issue, as can be seen by the number and type of employment […]
How to Write an Equal Opportunities Policy
Implementing an equal opportunities policy is one of the most effective ways to prevent unfairness in the workplace and to demonstrate the employer’s commitment to fair working practices. The following guidance looks at the importance of having an equal opportunities policy in place at work, from why this is needed to the benefits that this […]
Breastfeeding at Work Guidance for Employers
Employers play a pivotal role in ensuring that breastfeeding mothers feel supported and valued within the workplace. By adopting a proactive approach and establishing clear policies and procedures, employers can foster a welcoming environment where breastfeeding mothers can thrive. In this article, we will explore the various considerations for employers when addressing breastfeeding requests from […]
Reasonable Adjustments for Mental Health
By understanding how to deal with requests for reasonable adjustments for mental health, you can help create a supportive working environment while ensuring compliance with your legal obligations as an employer. In this guide, we explain what the law says about reasonable adjustments for mental health, together with practical advice for employers to nuture a […]
Racial Discrimination at Work
The Equality Act 2010 protects individuals from suffering racial discrimination in the workplace. By law, it is unlawful to treat someone less favourably at work, or to put someone at a disadvantage, because of a protected characteristic under the Act, including race. In this guide for employers, we look at the meaning of racial discrimination […]