Single Equality Legislation 

The Equality Commission supports the introduction of single equality legislation in Northern Ireland which harmonises, simplifies and strengthens Northern Ireland equality law. We have sought to influence developments both in Northern Ireland and in Great Britain in relation to the introduction of single equality legislation.
Further details are set out below. 

Equality Act 2010

Jan 2011 - The Equality Act 2010 passed in Great Britain does not change equality law in Northern Ireland – click here for more information

Commission response to Northern Ireland consultation on single equality Bill

Nov 2004 – Response to OFMDFM Consultation on Single Equality Bill

Commission responses to consultations on single equality legislation in Great Britain

The Commission has also sought to influence legislative developments in Great Britain through responding to United Kingdom Government consultations on single equality legislation.

Jan 2009 - Improving Protection from Disability Discrimination

Jun 2009 - Submission to House of Commons on Equality Bill

Jun 2009 – Response to Government Equalities Office’s consultation on multiple discrimination

Sep 2007 – Commission response to the proposals for a Single Equality Bill for Great Britain

Sep 2007 – Cover Letter – Discrimination Law Review: A Framework for Fairness: Proposals for  a Single Equality Bill for Great Britain

Jan 2003 – Response to the Odysseus Trust / Lord Lester of Herne Hill QC: Draft Equality Bill