In October 2010 the majority of the 2010 Equality Act was implemented. The disability sector strongly influenced the Equality Act so that it offers improved protection against disability discrimination as well as greater clarity for duty-holders about their duties.
The 2010 Equality Act now makes it unlawful to ask questions about disability and health before a job offer is made. Read Liz Sayce’s think piece
You can also download Liz’s presentation on ‘Using the Equality Act’ that she gave to Disability Capital in October 2011.
For information about the Equality Act, go to
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