Part 1The Commission for Equality and Human Rights

Enforcement powers

26Section 25: supplemental

1

A complaint or application under section 25(3) may be presented or made only—

a

within the period of six months beginning with the date (or last date) on which the alleged unlawful act occurred, or

b

with the permission of the tribunal, court or sheriff.

2

A determination under section 25(4) shall not be relied upon by a county court or the sheriff in proceedings under section 25(5) or (6) while an appeal against the determination—

a

is pending, or

b

may be brought (disregarding the possibility of an appeal out of time with permission).

3

An application under section 25(5) or (6) may be made only—

a

within the period of five years beginning with the date (or last date) on which the unlawful act referred to in that subsection occurred, or

b

with the permission of the court or sheriff.