16 Racial Discrimination
1. Introduction
You don't have to put up with discrimination or harassment because of the colour of your skin or your ethnic group. There are powerful laws to stop this happening. This leaflet explains your legal rights, and what to do if you are discriminated against:
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There is information on:
2. When discrimination can happen
6. Discrimination when renting or buying a house or flat
7. Discrimination at school or college
8. Discrimination when buying goods or services
9. What you can do about discrimination
10. Going to an employment tribunal
This leaflet is published by the Legal Services Commission (LSC). It was written in association with the Commission for Racial Equality.
Leaflet Version: November 2007
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