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DLA: Getting The Most Out Of The Equality Act 2010
This is THE essential conference for equality law practitioners.
The keynote address will be given by Mrs Justice Laura Cox.
Major changes to the law will be presented by discrimination law experts.
Karon Monaghan QC will discuss what is in and what’s out – new definitions and concepts – disability discrimination, gender re-assignment, combined discrimination, harassment etc.
John Halford will discuss the new Public Sector Equality Duty and how it can be used by practitioners.
Robin Allen QC will consider how the Equality Act can promote particular needs and balance rights between different groups. This will cover genuine occupational requirements, exceptions and positive action.
In the afternoon breakout sessions led by experienced practitioners will provide opportunities to discuss specific applications of the new law in more detail. Topics covered will include disability discrimination, equal pay, combined discrimination etc.