Consultation on Draft Amendments to the Sex Discrimination (NI) Order 1976

The Office of the First Minister and Deputy First Minister has issued a consultation document setting out proposals to amend the Sex Discrimination (Northern Ireland) Order 1976.  The proposed amendments are necessary to ensure that domestic law fully complies with Council Directive 2006/54/EC of 5th July 2006.  This EU Directive implements the principle of equal opportunities and equal treatment of men and women in matters of employment and occupation.  A copy of the consultation document can be obtained online at: www.ofmdfmni.gov.uk/consultations/consultation-document-proposed-amendments-sex-discrimination-ni-order-1976