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Does legislation provide for the possibility of adopting special/positive measures prevent or compensate for disadvantages linked to racial or ethnic origin in order to ensure full equality in practice?

Code:
RED9
Key Area:
Anti-discrimination Legislation & Implementation
Strand(s):
Discrimination, Equality
09/01/2012 - 15:40
Short Answer

Yes.

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According to Article 7 (1) 14 of the Law on Protection against Discrimination, special measures in favour of individuals or groups of individuals in disadvantaged position on the grounds of discrimination listed in the law are not considered discriminatory if they are aimed at equalizing their opportunities and if or until such measures are necessary.

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