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Discrimination & rights

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Age discrimination explained

We explain ageism, harassment and victimisation and ask 'am I being discriminated against?'.

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What the law says

Age discrimination is unlawful in employment, training and education. We explain what the new rights are and who they apply to.

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Dealing with disputes

The procedure to follow if you have experienced age discrimination at work‚ applying for a job or in education or training.

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Ageism in recruitment

The law on age discrimination in recruitment explained: who is protected and how to prove ageism.

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Forced retirement

The law on forced retirement and what to do if you think you have been unfairly dismissed.

 

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