The Sex Discrimination Act aimed to protect individuals from discrimination based on sex or marital status. This legal framework was essential for advancing equality in various sectors.
Half a century later, the SDA's effectiveness is questioned, as evidenced by ongoing issues like the estimated 54,000 women unlawfuly sacked due to pregnancy each year.
Even though the Act marked progress, the Equal Opportunities Commission struggled to implement its goals, revealing the challenges in translating law into genuine equality.
Ronald Bell QC's prediction of catastrophe reflects the skepticism that surrounded the SDA. However, its legacy reveals both progress and persistent challenges in women's equality.
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