Discrimination

Information on discrimination and harassment laws, equal opportunities and equal pay under EU law.

European Union :: General rules concerning discrimination and equal opportunities

EU law protects individuals against discrimination based on their sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, race, ethnic origin, national origin and religion or belief …

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European Union :: Discrimination on the grounds of age

The Employment Equality Framework Directive (Directive 2000/78/EC) provides that individuals must not be discriminated against on the grounds of their age …

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European Union :: Discrimination on the grounds of pregnancy, family situation, maternity, paternity or parental leave

All women are entitled to maternity leave …

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European Union :: Discrimination against part-time and temporary workers

Fixed-term workers and agency workers are protected against discrimination …

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European Union :: Discrimination on the grounds of sex and sexual orientation

The Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union ensures the application of the principle that men and women should receive equal pay for equal work …

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European Union :: Discrimination on the grounds of nationality, race and religion

EU law prohibits discrimination on the grounds of nationality …

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European Union :: Equal treatment, equal opportunities and equal pay

Since the European Union (EU) was founded in 1958, legislators have been developing a common framework of rights and obligations in the employment field …

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