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53D Reliance on exceptions and exemptions
In considering whether an act is an unlawful act, the ACAT need not
consider any exception in the Discrimination Act 1991, part 4 or
exemption in the Discrimination Act 1991, part 10, unless the ACAT
has information suggesting the exception or exemption applies to the
act.
53DA Commission to give information etc to ACAT
53DB Consideration of positive duty
In considering a discrimination complaint, the ACAT may also
consider whether the duty under the Discrimination Act 1991,
section 75 has been met.