The values and principles of the UK
What stance does the UK take on discrimination based on race, sex, religion, or sexual orientation?
- ○Discrimination is acceptable in private settings
- ✓Discrimination is unlawful and goes against the UK's core values
- ○Only racial discrimination is outlawed; other forms are permitted
- ○Discrimination is dealt with only through community mediation, not the law
Correct answer
Discrimination is unlawful and goes against the UK's core values
Discrimination on grounds of race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics is unlawful in the UK under equality legislation.
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