of what is termed a 'protected characteristic" something that puts someone in a minority essentially, or makes them more vulnerable, things like sacking a woman who's just become pregnant because the company wants to avoid given her maternity for example.
Its there to try and protect workers who would find it harder to stand up to an employer.
Posted By: megson, May 14, 09:29:52
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