Discrimination by Public Authorities: What Rights Apply?

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When a council, police force, hospital or government department treats someone unfairly, the question is not simply whether the decision feels unjust. Discrimination by public ...

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Common Law Rights in the UK Explained

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Ask where rights in Britain come from and the answer is not simply “an Act of Parliament”. Some protections were recognised by judges long before ...

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Positive Obligations Under the Human Rights Act

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Human rights are often described as limits on government power: police must not use unlawful force, and officials must not interfere arbitrarily with private life. ...

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Article 9 Freedom of Religion and Belief in the UK

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Freedom of religion is often discussed as the right to attend a place of worship. Article 9 goes further. It protects the private freedom to ...

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Equality Act 2010 Protected Characteristics Explained

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The Equality Act 2010 protected characteristics are the starting point for understanding discrimination law in England, Scotland and Wales. They identify personal characteristics that matter ...

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Disciplinary Procedure at Work in the UK: A Step-by-Step Guide

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A disciplinary letter can feel like a verdict before anyone has heard your side. It should not be. A fair disciplinary procedure at work in ...

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Age Discrimination at Work in the UK: Rights and Examples

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A job advert asks for a “young, energetic team”, an experienced employee is overlooked for training, or a manager repeatedly jokes about someone being “past ...

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Maternity Leave Rights in the UK: Leave, Pay and Job Protection

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Having a baby should not threaten your job or income. Maternity leave rights in the UK cover more than time away from work: they also ...

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Minimum Wage Rights in the UK: Pay Rules for Workers

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A payslip can show the agreed hourly rate and still conceal a minimum wage shortfall. Unpaid training, travel between clients or money spent on a ...

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Employment Contract Rights in the UK: Key Terms and Protections

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An employment contract does more than confirm your job title and salary. It sets expectations about work, pay, hours, notice and responsibilities, while employment law ...

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