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Employment Law – Disability Discrimination Act 2005 - Rollingsons Solicitors

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Rollingsons Solicitors are a well-known and respected firm that has a wealth of knowledge relating to employment law. We are pleased that we can use their article on this important issue.

The Disability Discrimination Act 2005 (“DDA 2005”), which received Royal Assent on 7th April 2005, is the final step in meeting the Government's 2001 Manifesto commitment to extend rights and opportunities for disabled people.

The DDA 2005, which is likely to be brought into force in three stages, October 2005, April 2006 and October 2006, introduces a range of measures, including provisions relating to mental and progressive illnesses. Under the DDA 2005, the provisions of the preceding 1995 Act that a mental illness must be "clinically well recognised" to count as a disability are removed, making it simpler for people with such an illness to demonstrate eligibility for protection.

Also, those who are HIV-positive, or suffer from multiple sclerosis or certain cancers will be deemed disabled and offered protection from the time of diagnosis.

For further information and advice on the impact of the DDA 2005 or any other matter, please contact either Justin Govier or Andrew Haywood at:

www.rollingsons.co.uk
Rollingsons Solicitors
Lonsdale Chambers
27 Chancery Lane
London WC2A 1NG
Tel: 020 7404 4022