Equality, diversity and human rights

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  Quick reference

  Accommodating religious observance - clothing/appearance

  A table summarising some of the clothing and appearance requirements of different religions and beliefs.

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  Quick reference

  Accommodating religious observance - bereavement

  A table summarising bereavement customs for different religions and beliefs.

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  Quick reference

  Accommodating religious observance - prayer/worship

  A table summarising the prayer and worship requirements of different religions and beliefs.

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  FAQs

  Can an employer be liable for harassment by its employees of another employee because they are gay?

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  FAQs

  Can an employer and/or its employees be liable for harassment on the grounds of sexual orientation where the harassers are mistaken about their victim's sexuality?

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  FAQs

  Is someone with HIV, cancer or multiple sclerosis protected from disability discrimination only at the point that the condition affects their ability to carry out day-to-day activities?

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  FAQs

  Can a woman bring an equal pay claim on the basis that a female comparator earns more than they do?

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  FAQs

  Can Christian employees refuse to work on the bank holidays that are aligned to a Christian festival such as Easter?

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  FAQs

  Should employees who practise religions other than Christianity be given additional time off in lieu where a bank holiday is aligned to a Christian festival such as Easter?

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  FAQs

  Can an employee bring a pay discrimination claim on grounds other than sex?