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02/12/2003
New NI law for sexual orientation
A new law came into effect in Northern Ireland today which bans discrimination in employment and training on grounds of sexual orientation.
The new law means that gay, lesbian, bisexual and heterosexual people are protected from discrimination in employment and training. Direct and indirect discrimination, harassment and victimisation on grounds of sexual orientation are also unlawful.
The legislation applies to all employers and covers employment policies including recruitment, training, promotion and dismissal.
Anyone who believes they have been discriminated against may make a complaint to the industrial tribunal.
The Regulations implement the sexual orientation provisions of the European Employment ‘Framework’ Directive (Council Directive 2000/78/EC).
The Directive outlaws discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation, religion or belief, disability and age in employment and vocational training.
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The new law means that gay, lesbian, bisexual and heterosexual people are protected from discrimination in employment and training. Direct and indirect discrimination, harassment and victimisation on grounds of sexual orientation are also unlawful.
The legislation applies to all employers and covers employment policies including recruitment, training, promotion and dismissal.
Anyone who believes they have been discriminated against may make a complaint to the industrial tribunal.
The Regulations implement the sexual orientation provisions of the European Employment ‘Framework’ Directive (Council Directive 2000/78/EC).
The Directive outlaws discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation, religion or belief, disability and age in employment and vocational training.
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