New Equality Bill sparks lukewarm response

Mon, 15 Dec 2014

40 responses had been received on the Equality Bill from individuals and organisations on the Isle of Man.

The Bill is now being finalised and is set to be introduced in stages following Royal Assent.

Replacing the Disability Discrimination Act 2006 it prohibits discrimination on the grounds of characteristics like age, disability, gender and race.

Chief Minister Allan Bell says he's grateful to those who have taken part in the consultation: