Authors: Simon Kerr-Davis, Laurie Ollivent, Sinead Casey, Nick Marshall, Kloe Halls, Rochelle Silva

Positive Action vs Positive Discrimination: Navigating the Grey Area

The law in the UK distinguishes between lawful positive action and unlawful positive discrimination, but where to draw the line in practice is not always clear for employers. Our client publication provides a practical overview of the differences between lawful positive action and unlawful positive discrimination, how employers should navigate the grey area, and explores how employers can promote diversity, equity and inclusion across the employment lifecycle whilst managing the legal risks.