Obesity Discrimination

Discrimination in the workplace is when a worker is treated less favourably due to a protected characteristic.

This form of discrimination at work can occur with or without intent. It can also derive from colleagues, managers, customers, third-party people, and even employers.

There are 9 protected characteristics that your employees can hold. They are age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

Yes, there are different types of discrimination outlined under the law. The main ones include:

· Direct discrimination.

· Indirect discrimination.

· Harassment.

· Victimisation.

· Discrimination by perception.

· Discrimination by association.

Peninsula can provide you with expert and practical advice on discrimination in the workplace. We'll work with you to ensure you never unlawfully discriminate against your employees.

Yes if an employee feels like you have discriminated against them, they may choose to raise a claim against you. This can lead to you paying financial damages.