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Human Rights Act 1993

Unlawful discrimination - Discrimination in provision of goods and services

51: Exception in relation to reduced charges

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"It's okay to get discounts because of your age, disability, or job"

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You can get goods, services, or facilities for a lower price because of your age, disability, or job. This is not against the law, even if there are conditions to get the lower price. You can check section 44 for more information about this rule.

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Part 2Unlawful discrimination
Discrimination in provision of goods and services

51Exception in relation to reduced charges

  1. It shall not be a breach of section 44 to provide goods, services, or facilities at a reduced fee, charge, or rate on the ground of age, disability, or employment status, whether or not there are conditions applicable to the reduced fee, charge, or rate.