Helping employees with
discrimination
Get advice and representation with an experienced trade union official
Many people still receive less favourable treatment at work based on who they are, and this can cause a number of problems. Our experienced legal advisors can help you understand what protection you have against discrimination under law, and if necessary challenge your employer.
Are you being discriminated against?
If you are receiving less favourable treatment based on a characteristic protected under the Equality Act, then your employer may be breaking the rules on discrimination.
The Equality Act protects you from discrimination because of your:
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age
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race
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sex
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sexual orientation
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pregnancy and maternity
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gender reassignment
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religion or belief
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marriage or civil partnership
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disability.
These are known as 'protected characteristics'.
Employers must follow the Equality Act so that you are not put at a disadvantage for holding a protected characteristic.
How ELSS can help you challenge discrimination
As a team of trade union specialists we have vast experience in helping employees challenge discrimination at work.
Our legal experts can use their knowledge and experience to provide discrimination advice or representation in any formal process. We would guide you through the process, explaining the provisions of the Equality Act to the employer and ensuring they treat you fairly.
If the issue is connected to a long term medical conditions (disability) we can ensure they follow the rules by providing you with reasonable adjustments within your job.
"Your advice and support was really useful in playing back to the employer many points that absolutely highlighted the indefensiveness of the allegations made."
Initial advice package
£195
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2-3 hours of an experienced advisor's time.
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We'll discuss your employment situation and suggest the best course of action for your case.
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Your advisor will be a professional with years of expertise working in employment law.
Further advice package
£570
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In-depth guidance and support on your employment situation from a dedicated advisor.
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We'll run through a strategy for handling your case based on sound knowledge of employment relations.
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We'll review all relevant documents and provide you with verbal and written advice on your situation.
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We'll engage with your employer on your behalf and provide assistance on drafting relevant letters to your employer or other third parties as required.
Formal representation package
£970
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All the advice listed in the advice and support package.
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Trade union representation at one formal meeting with your employer.
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As trade union officials, our advisors are uniquely placed to provide you with representation at formal meetings in your workplace.
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Advice on ACAS early reconciliation process if applicable to your case
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Representation at additional meetings will be charged at a further £400 per meeting.
Get in touch
This service is for employees who do not have access to a trade union in their workplace.
If you are eligible for our support we will connect you with an ELSS advisor who can chat to you about the service without any obligation.
If you decide to go ahead you’ll be asked to provide some basic information about your circumstances to ensure that you are provided with relevant advice and that we can support you with your problem.
Call us on 020 3292 0367
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