Written question asked by Lord Blencathra (Conservative) on Wednesday, 4 March 2020, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 18 March 2020. It was answered by Baroness Berridge (Conservative) on Monday, 23 March 2020 on behalf of the Women and Equalities.
Veganism
- Question
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To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of (1) the ruling by Justice Robin Postle on 3 January that veganism satisfies the tests required for it to be a philosophical belief and is therefore protected under the Equality Act 2010, and (2) the Vegan Society’s leaflet, Supporting veganism in the workplace: a guide for employers; and whether they will issue guidance on supporting veganism in the workplace.
- Answer
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Further to the answer I gave to PQ HL2142, the Government currently has no plans to issue any guidance on supporting veganism in the workplace. Any employer unsure about their obligations to accommodate staff who are vegan should either contact ACAS for advice or, if more appropriate on a specific case, obtain legal advice.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- HL2202
- Session
- 2019-21
- Related items
- Subjects
- Employment Equality Veganism
- Legislation
- Equality Act 2010
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