• Equality in the field of employment is governed by the Employment Equality Acts 1998 to 2021 (the “Acts”).
  • There are nine characteristics that are protected from discrimination under the Acts. The legislation explains the difference between direct and indirect discrimination and covers how harassment and victimisation are treated under the Acts. 

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