Race Relations Act 1968 (Religious Discrimination)

HC Deb 26 June 1973 vol 858 c317W

Mr. Knox

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many prosecutions there have been under the Race Relations Act of employers asking the religion of applicants for jobs; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Lane

None. The Race Relations Act 1968 does not apply to discrimination on grounds of religion, and it does not enable criminal prosecutions.