1(1)An association does not contravene section 101(1) by restricting membership to persons who share a protected characteristic.
(2)An association that restricts membership to persons who share a protected characteristic does not breach section 101(3) by restricting the access by associates to a benefit, facility or service to such persons as share the characteristic.
(3)An association that restricts membership to persons who share a protected characteristic does not breach section 102(1) by inviting as guests, or by permitting to be invited as guests, only such persons as share the characteristic.
(4)Sub-paragraphs (1) to (3), so far as relating to race, do not apply in relation to colour.
(5)This paragraph does not apply to an association that is a registered political party.