2010 No. 1736

This order brings into force certain provisions of the Equality Act 2010 (c.15) listed in the Schedule, for the purpose of making subordinate legislation or guidance. It also commences provisions which amend the Equality Act 2006 (c.3), allowing the Commission for Equality and Human Rights (Equality and Human Rights Commission) to issue Codes of Practice in connection with any matter addressed in the Equality Act 2010. Notwithstanding these amendments, the existing code made under section 14 of the Equality Act 2006 (Disability Discrimination Act 1995 Code of Practice for Trade Organisations, Qualifications Bodies and General Qualifications Bodies (ISBN 978-1-84206-049-0)) will remain in place.

Made: 5th July 2010