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Detailed information on various aspects of the Law relating to Religious Freedom and Religious Discrimination is available on the website www.ReligionLaw.co.uk which is run by our National Director, Mr Neil Addison.
The European Convention on Human Rights applies throughout British Law because of the Human Rights Act 1998. Article 9 protects Freedom of Religion whilst Articles 10 and 11 protect the linked rights of Freedom of Speech and Freedom of association.
Under the Employment Equality (Religion or Belief) Regulations 2003 it is illegal for employers to discriminate against employees or applicants for jobs because of their Religion.
Under Part 2 of the Equality Act 2006 it is illegal for public authorities, schools, businesses etc to discriminate against people because of their religion.
Claims under the Employment Equality Regulations are brought in the Employment Tribunal and claims under the Equality Act are brought in the County Court. The Thomas More Legal Centre may be able to offer free advice or assistance in bringing such a claim.
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