§ Lord Lairdasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether the Northern Ireland Equality Commission is opposed to religious discrimination in all sectors of employment; and, if not, why not. [HL5308]
§ Baroness AmosThe Equality Commission has a range of functions and powers under the anti-discrimination and equality legislation including that dealing with religious belief or political opinion. These include general duties of promoting equality of opportunity and working towards the elimination of unlawful discrimination.
§ Lord Lairdasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission is opposed to religious discrimination in all sectors of employment; and, if not, why not. [HL5309]
§ Baroness AmosThis is a matter for the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission. The Chief Commissioner has been asked to write to the noble Lord. A copy of his letter will be placed in the Library.