A boutique agency providing event services refuses to accept a booking from a couple because they are entering into a civil partnership rather than a marriage. According to the Equality Act 2010, what is the legal status of this decision?
- It is unlawful because marriage and civil partnership is a protected characteristic.Cevap
- BIt is lawful because private businesses have the right to choose their customers based on personal or religious values.
- CIt is only unlawful if the business receives government funding or public grants to operate.
- DIt is permitted as long as the business provides the couple with a list of alternative service providers in the area.
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The refusal is unlawful because marriage and civil partnership is a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010.
The correct answer identifies that the refusal is unlawful. Under the Equality Act 2010, 'marriage and civil partnership' is one of the protected characteristics. This means that any person or business providing goods, facilities, or services to the public is legally required to treat people fairly and cannot refuse service based on this status.
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Protected Characteristics under the Equality Act 2010
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Review the other eight protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010, such as age, disability, and religion.
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