Positive action

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  At what stage of the recruitment process should employers make the decision to take positive action?

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  Are there any time limits on the use of positive action?

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  What "positive action" is permitted under discrimination legislation?

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  Are employers obliged to take positive action towards under-represented groups under the Equality Act 2010?

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  How do the positive action provisions in the Equality Act 2010 that relate to recruitment and promotion work?

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  In what circumstances do the positive action in recruitment and promotion provisions apply?

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  What is the main risk for an employer that applies the positive action in recruitment and promotion provisions?

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  What is the difference between positive action and positive discrimination?

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  Are employers able to use both the general and the recruitment and promotion positive action provisions?

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  What are the advantages for employers of taking positive action?