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Equalities Bill must end tick box culture - Featherstone

2.25.48pm GMT Wed 3rd Dec 2008

Lynne Featherstone MP

Lynne Featherstone MP

Commenting on the Equalities Bill announced in today's Queen's Speech, Liberal Democrat Youth and Equalities Spokesperson, Lynne Featherstone said: "This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to add some real vigour to the stalled equalities agenda.

"This Bill must end the tick box culture when fighting prejudice and give tribunals real powers to stop repeat offenders."

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