Faith, Religion and Belief

The Employment equality (Religion or belief) regulation defines religion and belief as being any religion, religious belief or similar philosophical belief. (It does not include any philosophical or political belief unless it is similar to a religious belief.) The legislation makes it is illegal for employers to discriminate against someone on the grounds of their religion, faith or belief.

It is unlawful to discriminate against workers because of their religion or belief or lack of religion or belief. Employers should ensure they have policies in place which are designed to prevent discrimination in:

recruitment and selection
determining pay
training and development
selection for promotion
discipline and grievances
countering bullying and harassment.

This link provides information on legislation that exists to protect employees from suffering discrimination on the grounds of their religion, faith or belief and Gloucester City Homes religion and belief equality scheme.

For more information please email anita.pope@gloscityhomes.co.uk or view the links below.