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What does age discrimination mean?
The Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2006 makes it illegal for employers to discriminate against someone because of their age. This includes:
- Employees
- Trainees
- Job seekers
Based solely on your age you should not be treated less favourably:
- with a job application
- with promotion opportunities
- or refused training opportunities available to others
How does this affect young people?
It is against the law for an employer to impose a lower age limit when recruiting; however there are lots of child employment laws and restrictions that can affect your suitability for a job. This could include:
- still being in full-time education
- legally being too young to operate relevant machinery or use certain equipment
Help lines
- Connexions Direct - 080 800 13 2 19, Text 07766 4 13 2 19, Textphone 08000 968 336
- The Equality & Human Rights Commission (EHRC) - 0845 604 6610
- The Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (Acas) – 08457 47 47 47 (Free, confidential and impartial advice on all employment rights issues.)
Useful websites
ACAS
Provides information for individuals and employers on the age discrimination legislation.
Directgov - Age discrimination
Information about the age discrimination laws.
Children's Right's Alliance for England (CRAE)
Protects the rights of children and young people.
Equality and Human Rights Commission
Promotes equality and human rights, providing advice and guidance on the legislation and raises your awareness of your rights.
Last updated: 7/12/10
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