France - 2012
Is there a definition of discrimination on the grounds of race, ethnic origin and/or religion in national law in conformity with the EU Directives?
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- RED2
- Key Area:
- Anti-discrimination Legislation & Implementation
- Strand(s):
- Racism, Discrimination
| Short Answer |
No |
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There is no definition of discrimination on the grounds of race, ethnic origin and/or religion in French law. All texts prohibiting discrimination in national legislation state an identical to EU directives list of prohibited grounds without defining them. |
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| Short Answer |
Yes |
| Qualitative Info |
The definition of discriminantion on the grounds of race, ethnic origin and religion of the Law containing various provisions for adaptation to Community law of May 27, 2008 is in conformity with the EU Directives. |
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| External Url | http://www.legifrance.gouv.fr/affichTexte.do;jsessionid=1D1A664C9570025202C0E32C4918EF49.tpdjo07v_2?cidTexte=LEGITEXT000018880606&dateTexte=20121219 |
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