Religion

The UK population is made up of a huge mix of different religions, faiths and cultures.

These are not the same as race. Religion is about a person's beliefs, ideas and practices.

Sometimes people belong to a religion because they are born into it. Others follow a faith because they have chosen its ideals and ways of life.

Religions each have different traditions, holy days and holidays. National holidays in the UK follow the Christian calendar.

Legislation & Acts regarding Religion/Faith issues
Employment Equality (Religion or Belief) Regulations 2003
These regulations outlaw discrimination and harassment on grounds of religion or belief in large and small workplaces in England, Scotland and Wales, both in the private and public sectors. They cover all aspects of employment relationships, including recruitment, pay, working conditions, training, promotion, dismissal and references. The regulations also apply to vocational training and all facets of employment. It could, however, as good practice also inform service delivery.