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It is against the law to discriminate against anyone because of their sex, religion, disability or certain other personal characteristics ('protected characteristics')
It is against the law to discriminate against anyone because of: age…
Discrimination can come in one of the following forms: direct…
The law protects you against discrimination at work, including: dismissal…
If you think you’ve been unfairly discriminated against you can: complain…
If you have a long-term mental health condition you may be considered disabled under the Equality Act 2010
Apply for a Gender Recognition Certificate to legally change your gender.
Apply for a Gender Recognition Certificate if you want your affirmed…
You can apply if you meet all of the following requirements: you’re aged…
To find out what documents you need, you can either: use the document…
Use the online service to apply. You can: provide your personal and…
Search gender pay gap data for organisations in the UK, and download data by organisation size or business sector
The Access to Elected Office Fund helps disabled people with the costs of standing for election - what you'll get, who is eligible and how to apply
Information and advice about discrimination and human rights issues
Employers' responsibilities for diversity monitoring: gender, ethnicity, sexuality and disability balance in the workplace - including data protection
Update your payroll if an employee changes gender, check they're paying the right National Insurance if they're over State Pension age
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