The Equality Commission organised a campaign called ´you are now covered´ to highlight changes to disability discrimination law which were introduced under the Disability Discrimination (NI) Order 2006. Some of the changes which came into effect on 31 October 2007 affect people who are diagnosed with cancer, HIV or MS and those who have mental ill health. The campaign was developed in partnership with a number of support organisations and included information guides, promotional leaflets, events and radio advertising.  

For an overview of the key changes brought about by the Disability Discrimination (NI) Order 2006 click here.

Guidance on matters to be taken into account in determining questions related to the definition of disability (came into force on 21 April 2008) - Click here to view.

For an easy to read version of the key changes brought about by the Disability Discrimination (NI) Order 2006 click here.

Click here and listen to the first advertisement.

Click here and listen to the second advertisement.

 

Easy to read publications

The Disability Discrimination (Northern Ireland) Order 2006

Some changes that should make a difference for disabled people in Northern Ireland


EasyRead version December 2007




An ´Easy-to-read´ Guide for Disabled People


Disability Discrimination Law


Revised version 2006





Your  Rights


When trying to use places like cafes, shops, cinemas, banks, churches, hotels and the doctors


EasyRead version - May 2004



Your  Rights



When trying to get a job or when doing a job


EasyRead version - May 2004