Under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 (as amended), employers must not discriminate on grounds of sex, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, or because you intend to undergo, are undergoing or have undergone gender reassignment.

Sex discrimination is discrimination on the ground of sex. All terms and conditions of employment are covered. It also includes applying a 'provision, criterion or practice' which, although it applies to men and women equally, puts women at a disadvantage compared to men and which the employer cannot show is a proportionate means of achieving a legitimate aim. Such an example could be a requirement to work full time.

If you feel you've been discriminated against, you'll be able to bring a claim to an Employment Tribunal. However, it's best to talk to your employer first to try to sort out the matter informally, in order to minimise the negative effects on all parties involved.

Through the Acas Helpline (08457 47 47 47) you can get advice on specific problems, and explore alternatives to an Employment Tribunal claim, such as mediation or Pre-Claim Conciliation, where appropriate.

Under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 (as amended), employers must not discriminate on grounds of sex, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, or because you intend to undergo, are undergoing or have undergone gender reassignment.

Sex discrimination is discrimination on the ground of sex. All terms and conditions of employment are covered. It also includes applying a 'provision, criterion or practice' which, although it applies to men and women equally, puts women at a disadvantage compared to men and which the employer cannot show is a proportionate means of achieving a legitimate aim. Such an example could be a requirement to work full time.