What countries does this apply to?
- England
- Scotland
- Wales
The duty applies to any disabled person who:
- works for you, or
- applies for a job with you, or
- tells you they are thinking of applying for a job with you.
It applies to all stages and aspects of employment. So, for example, where the duty arises you must make reasonable adjustments to disciplinary or dismissal procedures and decisions. It does not matter if the worker was a disabled person when they began working for you, or if they have become a disabled person while working for you.
The duty may also apply after employment has ended.
The duty also applies in relation to employment services, with some differences which are explained earlier in this guide.
Reasonable adjustments may also be required in relation to occupational pension schemes. This is explained earlier in this guide.
Advice and support
If you think you might have been treated unfairly and want further advice, you can contact the Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS).
The EASS is an independent advice service, not operated by the Equality and Human Rights Commission.
Phone: 0808 800 0082
Call the EASS on:
0808 800 0082
Page updates
Published:
19 February 2019
Last updated:
19 February 2019