The Commission welcomes the passing of the Equality Bill, which received Royal Assent on 8 April. The new Equality Act contains a series of measures for tackling inequalities in Britain.
The Commission is currently working on codes and guidance that set out what the new legislation does for employers, public services and the people of Britain.
Trevor Phillips, Commission Chair, said: ‘Simplifying legislation and extending protection to a wide range of groups that face discrimination will help Britain become a fairer society, improve public services, and help business perform well. The Commission’s role now is to make sure the legislation works in practice, by explaining what it means, how it should work, and, ultimately, using our powers to help right any wrongs.’
To find out more, please go to: www.equalityhumanrights.com/equalityact.
