Equality Act 2010: Disability Discrimination
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What is the key difference between direct and discrimination arising from disability?

  • Direct discrimination is easier to prove than discrimination arising from disability.
  • Direct discrimination is less serious than discrimination arising from disability.
  • Direct discrimination requires a policy or practice, while discrimination arising from disability does not.
  • Direct discrimination is when a person is treated unfavorably because of a disability, while discrimination arising from disability is when they are treated unfavorably because of something connected to their disability. (correct)

    • What is an example of discrimination arising from disability?

  • A blind person being denied access to a building because the entrance is not wheelchair-accessible.
  • A person with a mental illness being denied a job because of their condition.
  • A person with Tourette syndrome being refused entry to a café because they shout loudly. (correct)
  • A person with dyslexia being given a written exam instead of an oral one.

    • What is indirect disability discrimination?

  • When a disabled person is harassed because of their disability.
  • When a disabled person is denied a job because of their disability.
  • When a company applies a policy or practice that disadvantages disabled people, even if the policy is intended to be neutral. (correct)
  • When a disabled person is deliberately treated unfairly by a company.

    • Which of these is a legitimate business aim that could justify a policy that might disadvantage disabled people?

    <p>To ensure a safe and accessible environment for all customers. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is harassment related to disability?

    <p>Unwanted behaviour related to disability that has the purpose or effect of violating a person's dignity. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these scenarios could be considered harassment related to disability?

    <p>A group of coworkers making jokes about a colleague's stutter. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential consequence for a company that discriminates against a disabled person?

    <p>The company could be fined an unlimited amount. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for businesses to be aware of the Equality Act?

    <p>To ensure that they are complying with the law and avoiding legal action. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these statements best summarizes the purpose of the training module described in the text?

    <p>To help businesses avoid legal action for discrimination against disabled people. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Licensing Authority's expectation of businesses regarding disabled customers?

    <p>To treat all customers equally, without causing offense or upset to disabled people. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of The Equality Act of 2010?

    <p>To simplify and strengthen anti-discrimination laws (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three parts of the Disability Discrimination Acts (DDA) of 1995 and 2005?

    <p>Access to goods and services, employment rights, and service delivery (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What key change did the 2005 amendment to the DDA introduce?

    <p>It expanded protection to include people with HIV infection, cancer, and multiple sclerosis. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a 'protected characteristic' under The Equality Act 2010?

    <p>Age (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between direct disability discrimination and discrimination arising from disability?

    <p>Direct discrimination involves treating a disabled person less favorably than a non-disabled person, while discrimination arising from disability involves putting a disabled person at a disadvantage because of disability-related requirements. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a form of discrimination under The Equality Act 2010?

    <p>Asking a job applicant about their disability in order to assess their suitability for the job (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key principle of The Equality Act 2010 when it comes to disability discrimination?

    <p>Providers of goods, facilities, and services have a responsibility to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate disabled individuals’ needs. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'reasonable adjustments' mean in the context of the Act?

    <p>Making changes to a service or facility to allow a disabled person to access it without disadvantage. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does The Equality Act 2010 aim to address the issue of discrimination arising from disability?

    <p>By ensuring that disabled individuals are not disadvantaged by conditions or requirements that are related to their disability. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the shift from the DDA to The Equality Act 2010 in terms of disability rights?

    <p>The new Act introduced stronger protections against disability discrimination. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Equality Act 2010: Disability Discrimination

    • Replaced previous anti-discrimination laws, simplifying and strengthening legislation
    • Effective October 1, 2010
    • Protects individuals accessing goods, facilities, or services from direct discrimination based on "protected characteristics"

    Protected Characteristics

    • Disability
    • Gender reassignment
    • Pregnancy and maternity
    • Race (ethnic or national origins, colour, nationality)
    • Religion or belief
    • Sex
    • Sexual orientation

    Disability Discrimination Act (DDA)

    • Predecessor to the Equality Act 2010

    • Focused on accessibility of businesses and public services for disabled individuals

    • Covered accessing premises (entry/exit, internal movement) and treating disabled individuals without discrimination

    • Three parts:

      • Part 1: Defined covered individuals
      • Part 2: Protected disabled employees from workplace discrimination
      • Part 3: Prohibited discrimination in service delivery (since 1999) and removed physical barriers (since 2004).

    • Amended in 2005 to include HIV infection, cancer, and multiple sclerosis

    • Further protects individuals from three new forms of discrimination: - Direct disability discrimination in relation to goods, facilities, and services - Discrimination arising from disability - Indirect disability discrimination

    Direct Disability Discrimination

    • Treating a person less favorably due to their disability
    • Providers of goods/services have a responsibility to avoid direct discrimination

    Discrimination Arising from Disability

    • Unfavorable treatment because of something connected to the disability, not the disability itself
    • Treatment must be justifiable.
    • Example: If someone is excluded because of behavior that arises from a disability, and the exclusion can't be justified, it is considered discrimination.

    Indirect Disability Discrimination

    • A policy that applies equally to all but disadvantages disabled people
    • Policy must be a legitimate business aim and fair/reasonable.
    • Alternatives to avoid discrimination must be considered

    Harassment

    • Unwanted behavior related to disability intended to violate dignity or create a hostile environment
    • Example: Mocking a stammer
    • Discriminating against a disabled person can lead to legal action (Court) and unlimited fines for the organisation

    Training Importance

    • Protects the organisation from discrimination charges.
    • Promotes equal treatment to all customers.

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    Test your knowledge on the Equality Act 2010 and its provisions against disability discrimination. Learn about the protected characteristics and the changes brought by this legislation that replaced previous anti-discrimination laws. This quiz will help reinforce your understanding of equality and rights.

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