The Latest Breaking News from Discrimination

Woman who accused M&S of racism has her discrimination claim dismissed

Claudia Royer worked in M&S’s food and technology department for nine years but was made redundant in October 2023

The Independent UK · Jan 31

‘Mob lynching regulation for GC students’: Inside the DU protest against UGC equity norms

On Wednesday, hundreds of ‘general category’ students from Delhi University staged a protest against the University Grants Commission’s recent guidelines to tackle caste discrimination on college campuses. Newslaundry spoke to students participating in this protest and to those in favour of these guidelines.  

Newslaundry · Jan 31

Government paid discrimination claim related to office of ex-Rep. Chavez-DeRemer

The government paid nearly $100,000 to resolve an employment discrimination claim out of Lori Chavez-DeRemer's former congressional office.

Roll Call · Jan 30

High Court challenge against trans access to Hampstead Ponds dismissed

Campaign group Sex Matters had claimed allowing trans people to use the facilities for the gender with which they identify amounts to sex discrimination

Evening Standard · Jan 29

Toxic manager driving you crazy? What UAE employees can and can’t do

In the UAE, simply deeming your manager incompetent won't stand up in labour court. The law protects employees from harassment, discrimination, and abuse, not just poor leadership. If a manager's actions create a hostile environment or violate your rights, documentation and formal complaints to HR or MoHRE are crucial steps.…

The Times of India · Jan 28

Why some people speak up against prejudice, while others do not

When people encounter racism or discrimination, they don’t all respond in the same way. Some calmly challenge the remark, some file a complaint, others confront the offender aggressively – and many say nothing at all.

The Conversation · Jan 27

Nine women suing high-end steakhouse for $5M alleging they were removed following a viral brawl

The group of friends was asked to leave by staff even though they said the brawlers were not part of their party, in what they have described as a humiliating act of racial discrimination, but the restaurant rejects what it describes as a “false attack.”

The Independent UK · Jan 26

Australia once enshrined white superiority. These 10 trailblazers helped shift our attitudes to race

In early 20th century Australia, Indigenous people were denied citizenship and the nation had a racially exclusive immigration policy. Most people not only accepted the “White Australia” policy but openly identified with its assumption of white supremacy. Popular culture was replete with overtly racist terms and images.

The Conversation · Jan 25

What the Indian Constitution Teaches Us About Equality Today

The Indian Constitution is more than a legal document. It is a living promise shaped by experience, sacrifice, and deep constitutional wisdom. It affirms that every individual matters regardless of gender, caste, religion, or background. Drafted by visionary leaders and legal experts, it carries strong authority and public trust. Its…

MyLifeXP · Jan 25

Great Ormond Street hospital cleaners win racial discrimination appeal

Claim by 80 workers that they were subjected to ‘indirect race discrimination’ by wait for NHS pay terms upheld

The Guardian - UK · Jan 23