The Latest Breaking News from the Equality Commission

Deputy First Minister criticises Equality Commission gender ruling legal action

Emma Little-Pengelly said ‘common sense must prevail’.

Evening Standard · Dec 8, 2025

Education Minister urged to reveal legal advice on removing transgender guidance

Paul Givan was urged to reinstate the guidance in a joint statement issued by a number of organisations.

Evening Standard · Sep 10, 2025

Givan defends his decision on withdrawal of guidance on gender for schools

The Stormont Education Minister said the guidance was ‘unlawful and flawed’.

The Independent UK · Sep 8, 2025

Blind Co Tyrone man settles discrimination case with health services

"It will then make them different to their sighted colleagues or physically able colleagues."

Belfast Live · Mar 28, 2023

NIO failed to comply with equality scheme in controversial Troubles immunity bill

The Equality Commission is set to recommend a number of improvements to the Northern Ireland Office

Belfast Live · Mar 22, 2023

Woman who was sexually harassed at Christmas party awarded almost £19,000

The tribunal found her claim of unfair dismissal was well founded but lesser claims were not upheld

The Independent UK · Mar 15, 2023