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Discrimination
If you have been treated unfairly or less favourably from other people, this may be discrimination. You are protected from discrimination by law.
Protected characteristics are: sex; age; gender reassignment; being married/in a civil partnership; being pregnant or on maternity leave; disability; race; religion/belief or lack of religion/belief; sexual orientation.
If you feel you have experienced hate crime or discrimination you can also contact the Bristol Hate Crime & Discrimination Service in the first instance
Discrimination at work
We may be able to help if you have suffered discrimination at work (or applying for work).
Discrimination – not at work
We may be able to help if you have had an experience as a customer; user of public services; renting property; in education (e.g. school exclusions) or as a member or guest of a private club or association.
How we can help
If you live in Bristol and feel you have suffered discrimination, then contact us on 0117 924 8662 or email us mail@bristollawcentre.org.uk
If you live elsewhere: we may be able to help you if you qualify for legal aid. You can check eligibility here: Civil Legal Advice (CLA) – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
Further support and information
Equality & Human Rights Commission (EHRC)
Bristol Hate Crime & Discrimination Service (we are partners)
Equality Act:Â How you can be discriminated against
ACAS:Â Advice for employers and employees
EASS: Equality Advisory and Support Service
Her Majesty’s Courts Service
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