What is religion or belief discrimination?
It is when you are treated differently because of your religion or belief, or lack of religion or belief, in one of the situations contained in the Equality Act. Treatment may be a single action or as a result of law or policy. It does not have to be deliberate to be legal. There are some cases where discrimination on the basis of religion or belief is legal, described below.
What the Equality Act says about religion or belief discrimination
· The Equality Act 2010 says you should not be distinguished against because you belong to a religion (or not).
· Holds (or does not hold) a particular philosophical belief
· Someone thinks you belong to a particular religion or belief (this is known as ideological discrimination)
· Connected with someone who has a religion or belief (this is known as racism)
In the Law of Equality, religion or belief may refer to any religion, for example, organized religion such as Christianity, Judaism, Islam, or Buddhism, or a minority religion such as Rastafarianism or Paganism, as long as it has a clear structure and system of belief.
The law of Equality also includes disbelief or lack of religion or belief.
For example:
The law of Equality protects Christians when they are discriminated against because of their Christian beliefs, and protects people of other religions and non-believers from being discriminated against because of their religious beliefs.
Different types of religion or belief discrimination:
Direct discrimination
This happens when someone treats you worse than anyone else in a similar situation because of your religion or belief.
Indirect discrimination
Indirect discrimination occurs when an organization has a specific policy or practice that applies to everyone but that puts you in a bad light because of your religion or belief.
Can I object to a workplace dress code or uniform policy that is against my religion?
Everyone has the right to take part in the administration of his nation, directly or through freely chosen representatives. That means you have the right to wear certain clothing or symbols that indicate that you have a particular religion or belief in your workplace, even if other people of your religion do not. For example:
• Some people put up a cross to show that they are Christians, but not all Christians do
However, because such a human right is a valid right, the employer may not allow you to wear certain clothing or other clothing if necessary in your role.
Victimization:
This is where you are treated badly because you have made a complaint about religious discrimination or beliefs under the Equality Act. It can also happen if you support someone who has lodged a complaint about religion or discrimination related to beliefs
Religious harassment:
Religious-based harassment may occur in a variety of ways, including religious insults, workplace paintings, or other offensive or tangible behaviors directed at any religious group that is so strong or pervasive that the victim finds the workplace hostile or violent. . Employers may be liable not only to harassment by management but also to employees or non-employees under the supervision of the supervisor.
The consequences of religious discrimination
Discriminated workers often face financial problems, especially if they lose their jobs or fail to receive the compensation they relied on. In addition, some lose their self-esteem and even abandon their religious beliefs, which are often personal and emotional. If you have been discriminated against because of your religious beliefs or for any other reason (such as your race or age), it is important to take a firm stand for your legal rights, whether this involves filing a complaint or taking legal action.
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