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11/12/2008
Ageism claims increase by more than 300% in 12 months |
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New statistics have revealed that that the number of people who claim to have been subjected to age discrimination at work has more than tripled in a year.
Figures from the Tribunal Service illustrate that the number of claims against ageism climbed to 2,940 last year, up from 692 in 2006.
Many solicitors believe that these figures will continue to climb over the next few years.
The Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2006 became law on October 1st 2006 and makes it illegal to discriminate on the grounds of age.
One high-profile case this month illustrates the rise of age discrimination after 57-year-old television presenter Selina Scott was awarded a six-figure settlement from broadcaster Channel Five.
Ms Scott accused the channel of offering her a high-profile role before overlooking her for the post and offering the job to two younger presenters.
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