Equality Act 2010

Question 1

List the 9 Protected Characteristics

Answer 1

1. Race
2. Sex
3. Gender reassignment
4. Age
5. Religion
6. Disability
7. Sexual orientation
8. Marriage + civil partnership
9. Pregnancy + maternity

Question 2

What kind of adjustment must firm provide for disabled clients and employees?

Answer 2

reasonable adjustment so clients and employees are not at a substantial disadvantage.

MUST ensure that firm pays for the adjustment

Adjustment need only be REASONABLE - i.e. not cost prohibitive.

Question 3

In what circumstances can someone justify direct discrimination

Answer 3

On basis of age and discrimination ONLY

AND

IF proportionate means of achieving a legitimate aim