When it comes to workplace discrimination, there’s one phrase that should strike fear into every business leader:
Unlimited Compensation.
If your organisation isn’t delivering anti-discrimination training to every employee, you’re leaving the door wide open to unlimited compensation claims under the Equality Act 2010.
Unlike unfair dismissal, where compensation is capped, discrimination claims have no upper limit in employment tribunals. This means:
- Unlimited financial liability
- Severe reputational damage
- Loss of talent and trust
- Business continuity at risk
And the worst part? You could be held legally responsible simply because your team wasn’t trained.
Employment Tribunals Are on the Rise-And So Are the Payouts
UK employment tribunals are increasingly awarding six-figure settlements in workplace discrimination cases involving:
- Race discrimination
- Gender or sex discrimination
- Disability discrimination
- Religious belief
- Sexual orientation
- Age discrimination
- Pregnancy and maternity
Employers often assume that having a written policy is enough. It isn’t. Without evidence of practical, up-to-date diversity and inclusion training, courts may determine you did not take reasonable steps to prevent discrimination.
What the Law Really Requires from Employers
Under UK employment law, you must do more than provide a policy-you need to actively educate your staff. That means regular, trackable anti-discrimination training.
According to guidance from ACAS and the Equality and Human Rights Commission, “training should be refreshed regularly”.
Failing to do so? That’s negligence-and tribunals know it.
Protect Your Business with Certified Online Anti-Discrimination Training
Our Anti-Discrimination e-Learning Course is designed for legal compliance and culture change.
Course Benefits:
- Covers all protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010
- Accessible discrimination training for all employees-remote, hybrid, or in-office
- Helps identify unconscious bias and everyday workplace discrimination
- Provides CPD certification and reporting for legal audits and tribunals
It’s a convenient, easy-to-use, interactive tool that could protect your business from ruin. This CPD-accredited course helps you meet your legal duty to prevent discrimination-often the difference between winning or losing at tribunal. It’s just 45 minutes, fully online, and only £29 per employee.
Think a Discrimination Claim Won’t Happen to You?
From inappropriate jokes to biased promotion decisions, discrimination often starts small-and escalates fast. If even one employee feels unsupported or targeted, you could be next in line for a tribunal.
And if you haven’t trained your people? You could lose.
One Course Could Save You Millions
For a fraction of the cost of legal defence, our Anti-Discrimination e-learning course gives you peace of mind and proof of compliance.
Book a short demo or enrol directly on our e-learning website!