Joanne White, Partner at Jones Cassidy Brett solicitors writes:

Legislative Background and Relevant Codes of Practice ⚓︎

The purpose of this briefing is to highlight issues of race discrimination in the context of disciplinary proceedings. The Race Relations (NI) Order 1997 prohibits direct and indirect discrimination, harassment and victimisation. Employers should also have regard to the Code of Practice for the elimination of racial discrimination and the promotion of equality of opportunity in employment published by the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland.

While the Code of Practice does not impose any legal obligations its provisions are admissible in evidence in any proceedings before a Tribunal or Court and a breach of the Code may be taken into account in