exceptions of equality act Flashcards
objective justification
if there is a legitimate aim (eg to maintain the health and safety of customers and staff)
positive action
applicants can be chosen due to characteristics if the firm considers this characteristic to be underrepresented in the workplace
religious school
exempt from the requirement to not discriminate on the grounds of religion or belief in relation to admissions
occupational requirement
when a candidate is chosen because a particular characteristic is required (eg. only hiring women for a women shelter)
national security
for the purposes of national security - do not employ people who could be open to blackmail
age
exceptions regarding age exist with regard to concessions and salary (eg. minimum wage)