Equality Law – What is Expected of Schools?

Authors

  • Noel Ward

Keywords:

Equality Legislation, Equality Law, Equal Status Act 2000

Abstract

This article examines the application of equality legislation, and in particular the Equal Status Act (2000), to schools. Education and equality statutes are interdependent and in the specific matter of provision for students with disabilities, equality legislation uniquely provides for enforcement and redress. Possible developments in the area of “rights based” legislation are briefly discussed.

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Published

2003-06-06

How to Cite

Ward, N. (2003). Equality Law – What is Expected of Schools?. REACH: Journal of Inclusive Education in Ireland, 17(1), 33–43. Retrieved from https://reachjournal.ie/index.php/reach/article/view/170

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Vol. 17 No. 1 (2003)

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