Add “accent” as a protected characteristic under Section 4 of the Equality Act
We believe accent bias harms regional speakers, working-class people and immigrants in jobs and daily life. It could limit opportunities and lead to harassment, yet the Equality Act offers no protection. Parliament should amend Section 4 to add accent as a protected characteristic.
Pat McFadden
Work & Pensions Secretary
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Add “accent” as a protected characteristic under Section 4 of the Equality Act
We believe accent bias harms regional speakers, working-class people and immigrants in jobs and daily life. It could limit opportunities and lead to harassment, yet the Equality Act offers no protection. Parliament should amend Section 4 to add accent as a protected characteristic.
Similar motions
Make social class a protected characteristic under the Equality Act
Include hair colour as a protected characteristic under the Equality Act
Recognise ‘Veteran’ as a protected characteristic in law.
Approve and implement the EHRC guidance on meaning of sex in the Equality Act
Ensure statutory guidance under the Equality Act is debated in Parliament