The information in this section is correct but is under review due to the Equality Act 2010 coming into effect October 2010.
It makes good business sense to treat workers fairly and considerately. Organisations should ensure they have policies in place which are designed to prevent discrimination both to stay within the law and to attract the best employees.
It is unlawful to discriminate against people at work on the grounds of:
- Sex
- Race
- Disability
- Sexual orientation
- Religion or belief
- Age
For equality and diversity advice, download our new advisory booklet, Delivering Equality & Diversity.
New research identifies creative solutions for managing SORB in the workplace
A new research study draws directly on employers' experiences of managing sexual orientation, religion and belief at work. Joint-funded by Acas and the CIPD, the research explores experience of SORB issues among employers and managers; the challenges they face; examples of good practice; and the generation of solutions. This practical-minded research report sets out creative new solutions and strategies for handling these key aspects of employing people in the workplace.
This report can be downloaded from acas.org.uk/researchpapers
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Acas run practical training courses to equip managers, supervisors and HR professionals with the necessary skills to deal with employment relations issues and to create more productive workplace environments.
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Equality, diversity and the Equality Act 2010
