12. Equality at Work

This set of flashcards provides key terms and concepts from the lecture on equality at work, specifically focusing on labour law and the Equality Act 2010.

Equality Act 2010

A key piece of legislation that reforms and harmonizes equality law and addresses discrimination and harassment related to personal characteristics.

Direct Discrimination

Occurs when a person treats another less favorably due to a protected characteristic.

Indirect Discrimination

This happens when a policy or practice disproportionately disadvantages a group with a protected characteristic.

Protected Characteristics

Categories under which individuals are legally protected from discrimination, including age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, and sexual orientation.

Harassment

Unwanted conduct related to a protected characteristic that violates a worker's dignity or creates an intimidating environment.

Victimisation

Detriment suffered by an individual because they have made a complaint or participated in proceedings under the Equality Act.

Positive Action

Measures taken to alleviate disadvantages faced by particular groups in the labor market or to meet specific needs of individuals with protected characteristics.

Exceptions under the Equality Act

Situations where discrimination may be permissible, including occupational requirements and religious ethos employers.

Reasonable Adjustments

Changes made by an employer to help a disabled employee perform their job effectively without suffering disadvantage.

Vicarious Liability

Legal principle where an employer is held responsible for the actions of their employees during the course of employment.