AEP Guide to Discrimination Law
04/08/2026
The Equality Act came into law in October 2010 and provides a legal framework to protect the rights of individuals. The Equality Act applies to England, Scotland and Wales. This guidance deals with discrimination in the workplace. It looks at your rights as an employee or worker and the steps you can take if you feel you are being treated unfairly or subject to discrimination.
Download as PDFPlease Note - In Northern Ireland, equality law is still spread across a range of separate regulations which can be found by visiting www.equalityni.org/Legislation
Relevant Resources
AEP Guide to Redundancy and Reorganisation
Redundancy can be a stressful and uncertain experience. The Association of Educational Psychologists (AEP) is committed to supporting members through redundancy, restructuring and organisational change processes, and encourages members to seek advice at the earliest opportunity.
HCPC Guide to Recognising and Tackling Discrimination
As professionals working within educational psychology and wider education settings, AEP members are committed to promoting inclusion, equity and respect for all. However, discrimination remains a reality for many EPs, trainees and learners. Discrimination can have a significant impact on wellbeing, professional confidence and career progression.
The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) has developed dedicated resources to support registrants and learners who experience or witness
AEP Guide to Discrimination Law
The Equality Act came into law in October 2010 and provides a legal framework to protect the rights of individuals. The Equality Act applies to England, Scotland and Wales.
This guidance deals with discrimination in the workplace. It looks at your rights as an employee or worker and the steps you can take if you feel you are being treated unfairly or subject to discrimination.
