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Sexual Orientation

Under equality and discrimination laws in the UK, it is illegal for employers to discriminate because of sexual orientation.

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Sex Discrimination

Under equality and discrimination laws in the UK, it is illegal for employers to discriminate because of sex.

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Religion and Belief

Under equality and discrimination laws in the UK, it is illegal for employers to discriminate because of religion or belief.

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Race

Under equality and discrimination laws in the UK, it is illegal for employers to discriminate because of race.

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Mental Health

Under equality and discrimination laws in the UK, it is illegal for employers to discriminate because of a mental health condition.

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Marriage and Civil Partnerships

Under equality and discrimination laws in the UK, it is illegal for employers to discriminate because someone is married or in a civil partnership.

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Disability

Under equality and discrimination laws in the UK, it is illegal for employers to discriminate because of physical disabilities or certain medical or mental health conditions that affect a person’s ability to carry out everyday activities.

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Carers

Across the UK, 6.5 million people act as carers by supporting someone older, disabled, or seriously ill.

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Age (Younger People)

Under equality and discrimination laws in the UK, it is illegal for employers to discriminate because of age.

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Age (Older People)

Under equality and discrimination laws in the UK, it is illegal for employers to discriminate because of age.

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