Weekly issue 109

News in brief

The government has launched a consultation about proposed changes to the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Believe it or not

Under the religion and belief regulations, employers cannot discriminate against workers for their religious beliefs.

Definitely harassment

In July 2003 racial harassment was expressly outlawed by the 1976 Race Relations Act (prior to that claimants had to make a claim of direct discrimination).