The pamphlet outlines the main areas of life where lesbians and gay men experience discrimination and gives advice about where to seek help. Partner Benefits on Trains The Association of Train Operators have adopted equal partner benefits for lesbian and gay employees. This includes South West Trains who were taken to the European court of Justice only last year by Lisa Grant. Lisa claimed that refusing benefits was discrimination. Seems a lot of money has been spent needlessly by both sides.
Lets hope even more companies take the initiative now.
It includes a useful advice section to members experiencing discrimination or who are considering coming-out . We can also provide an introduction to service delivery issues for staff who work in a front-line capacity with the public regardless of whether their customers are out or not.