Course Overview

In the UK, employment law, particularly the Equality Act 2010, plays a pivotal role in upholding women’s rights, addressing gender-based discrimination, and promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.

Find out how:
– The Equality Act 2010 is a key legislative framework in the UK that comprehensively addresses various forms of discrimination, including gender-based discrimination.
– The Act protects women from direct and indirect discrimination, harassment, and victimization in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of equal pay for equal work.
– Employers have a legal obligation to proactively promote EDI, eliminate gender disparities, and foster an inclusive work environment for all employees.
– Transparency and accountability are encouraged through the reporting of gender pay gap data by companies, providing insights into pay equity.
– Employment tribunals offer a legal recourse for individuals facing discrimination, allowing them to seek remedies and uphold their rights in the workplace.