Equality Act 2010 Factsheet
Race
Introduction
Race is one of the nine protected characteristics covered by the Equality Act 2010.
The Act has brought together 116 different pieces of legislation, including the Race Relations Act 1976, to create a discrimination law that protects people from unfair treatment.
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Further information on the Equality Act 2010
To find out more about the Act, including resources for employers please
click on the following link: Equality Human Rights ~ What is the Equality Act?
Equalityhumanrights.com. Businesses who want legal advice or help with employment tribunals should visit ACAS: Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service, Acas.org
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