Equality and discrimination

In the UK, bleeding disorders could potentially be covered under the Equality Act 2010. The Equality Act 2010 protects individuals from discrimination based on various characteristics, including disability.

Determining if a bleeding disorder is covered under the Act would depend on whether it meets the definition of a disability outlined in the legislation. According to the Act, a person has a disability if they have a physical or mental impairment that substantially affects their ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities.

If a bleeding disorder substantially affects your ability to carry out normal daily activities over a long period, it could be considered a disability under the Equality Act. As a result, you would be protected from discrimination in various areas such as employment, education, access to goods and services, and housing, among others.

It’s important to note that each case is assessed individually, and whether or not your specific condition is covered would depend on its impact on your daily life and functioning. If you believe you’re experiencing discrimination due to your bleeding disorder, you may want to seek advice from a legal expert or an advocacy organisation specialising in disability rights.

If your bleeding disorder meets the disability criteria defined by the Equality Act 2010, you are entitled to legal protection against discrimination. This protection extends to various areas such as:

Employment: Employers must make reasonable adjustments to ensure that individuals with disabilities, including bleeding disorders, are not disadvantaged in the workplace. This might include adjustments to working hours, equipment or duties to accommodate their condition.

Education: Schools, colleges, and universities must make reasonable adjustments to ensure that students with disabilities, including bleeding disorders, are not discriminated against and have equal access to education.

Access to goods and services: Service providers, such as shops, restaurants, and healthcare providers, are required to make reasonable adjustments to ensure that individuals with disabilities, including bleeding disorders, can access their services without facing discrimination.

Housing: Landlords and housing providers cannot discriminate against individuals with disabilities, including bleeding disorders when renting or selling properties. They must make reasonable adjustments to accommodate the needs of disabled tenants or buyers.

It’s essential for individuals with bleeding disorders who believe they have faced discrimination to seek advice from organisations specialising in disability rights or legal professionals with expertise in discrimination law. These organisations can guide the specific protections afforded to individuals with bleeding disorders under the Equality Act 2010 and assist in addressing discrimination.

If you have experienced discrimination, you can get help from the Equality Advisory Support Service (EASS) free telephone helpline on 0808 800 0082 or on their website, which is governed by the Equality Act 2010.