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Religion or belief

The Employment Equality (Religion or Belief) Regulations came into effect in December 2003. It became unlawful to discriminate against workers because of religion or similar belief. The Regulations also cover providers of vocational training.

Calderdale Council will not discriminate directly or indirectly on the grounds of religion or belief / faith.

Further resources

• Acas (Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service)|
  Acas is an organisation, which helps employers and employees on employment relations issues - such as discipline and grievance handling, preventing discrimination and communicating effectively in workplaces.
• BBC: Multifaith calendar|
  The BBC website provides useful information on all aspects of religion and belief and a multifaith calendar which provides dates of significant religious events in the country.
• Equality and Human Rights Commission |
  The Equality and Human Rights Commission champions equality and human rights for all, working to eliminate discrimination, reduce inequality, protect human rights and to build good relations, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance to participate in society.
• Directgov: Religion or belief discrimination|
  Directgov brings together the widest range of public service information and services online. Produced by the Central Office of Information, and provides information from across UK government departments on topics ranging from travel safety and parental leave to special educational needs and local NHS services.
• IDeA: Religion and belief employment|
  The IDeA works for local government improvement so Council's can serve people and places better.

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