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It has been reported that some employers—such as Royal Mail and Wetherspoon’s—have instructed their employees not to fly their own national flags or show any other visible support for their national teams. This raises serious questions about whether such a policy amounts to a forcible suppression of national identity.
Equality Act 2010: Protection against National Origin Discrimination
Under the Equality Act 2010, discrimination on the grounds of national origin, nationality, or national identity is expressly prohibited. Any employer policy that prevents an employee from displaying their national flag or other symbols of cultural identity is likely to be unlawful. An employee who successfully brings a claim could be entitled to thousands of pounds in compensation.
What to Do If You’ve Been Affected
If you believe you have suffered discrimination or identity suppression at work, the Workers of England Union wants to hear from you. We can provide advice on:
- Assessing whether your employer’s policy breaches the Equality Act 2010
- Gathering evidence to support a discrimination claim
- Calculating potential compensation
- Representing you throughout any legal proceedings
Contact us today to discuss your situation and protect your rights.
Further Reading & Related Resources
- Royal Mail Bans England Flags (external link)
- WEU Succeeds in the Court of Appeal in Morris v Metrolink
- Press Release: Virgin Care Pulls Plug on Brook Advisory Service
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About Workers of England Union
The Workers of England Union is a fully certified independent trade union representing workers across England. Our unique structure ensures that our representatives are not employed by the same employer, eliminating potential conflicts of interest. We are non-partisan and dedicated to filling the gap left by other unions that seldom address English national identity.
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