Explanatory Notes

Equality Act 2010

2010 CHAPTER 15

8 April 2010

Commentary on Sections

Part 8: Prohibited Conduct: Ancillary

Section 110: Liability of employees and agents
Background

362.This section incorporates some of the elements in the “Aiding unlawful acts” provisions in previous discrimination legislation. It takes a more direct approach and unlike the previous provisions it is not necessary to show that the employee or agent knew that the act was unlawful.