Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 19 January 2022
1115. Deputy Mick Barry asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth his views on the submission made to his Department by the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission that calls for a review of legislation to better protect carers from discrimination; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1737/22]
View answerThe Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission has made a submission to my Department as part of the review of the Employment Equality and Equal Status Acts which my Department commenced last year. Its submission is currently being considered as part of the review process.
This review is examining the functioning of the Acts and their effectiveness in combatting discrimination and in promoting equality, including awareness of the legislation and whether there are obstacles to taking an action under the Acts. The first phase of the public consultation process is now closed. This process sought the views of the public and interested organisations on the effectiveness of the legislation and whether, in their view, legislative amendments are required. The submissions received are currently being examined.
