Protective characteristics Flashcards

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What is the definition of protective characteristics?

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Having a protected characteristic means you have a right not to be treated less favourably, or subjected to an unfair disadvantage, by reason of that characteristic.

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What are the protective characteristics?

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Pregnancy and maternity
Sexual orientation
Disability
Religion and belief
Sex equality
Gender reassignment
Race
Marriage and civil partnership
Age

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Which act prevents discrimination by making it illegal?

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The equality act 2010

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