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Going beyond what the law says
• It is important to remember that discriminatory and
non-inclusive language and behaviour isn't just
confined to the protected characteristics under the
Equality Act.
• It can result from negative attitudes around other
things, such as a person's weight, their socio-economic
background, or certain lifestyle choices (e.g.,
veganism).
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