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 Discrimination law 

Discrimination law

This section provides general information on employment law. If you have specific questions, you should seek legal advice from a lawyer or trade union.

WorkLine offers advice on the website, through a confidential phone number or email. The service is sponsored by the UK Film Council and Women in Film and Television, and supported by Goodman Derrick LLP (Employment Lawyers).


The information in this section of the Diversity Toolkit has been compiled by Croner, an organisation providing information, advice and support in the areas of employment, health and safety and environmental compliance.

 

The law protects employees against discrimination - either direct or indirect - on a number of grounds:

 

 

Employers also need to comply with legislation relating to: 

 

Employers may be liable to pay damages if a court or employment tribunal finds them guilty of discrimination. There are no upper limits for damages in discrimination cases.

 


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