The nine protected characteristics.

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The Equality Act became law in 2010. It covers everyone in Britain and protects people from discrimination, harassment and victimisation because of the protected characteristics that we all have.

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Under the Equality Act, there are nine protected characteristics:

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1. Age

2. Disability

3. Gender Reassignment

4. Race- including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin.

5. Religion or belief

6. Marriage or Civil Partnership

7. Sex

8. Sexual Orientation

9. Pregnancy and Maternity