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ARTICLE · 10 SEPTEMBER 2008

Age Discrimination

Gide Loyrette Nouel A.A.R.P.I.
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Created by the Law dated December 30, 2004, the HALDE (High Authority for the Fight against Discrimination and for Equality) is an independent statutory authority vested with broad powers in order to deal with all forms of discrimination.

FranceEmployment and HR
Philippe Desprès
Philippe Desprès

Created by the Law dated December 30, 2004, the HALDE (High Authority for the Fight against Discrimination and for Equality) is an independent statutory authority vested with broad powers in order to deal with all forms of discrimination.

The HALDE also strives to promote equal opportunities, especially regarding senior workers, which might lead to a change in French legislation.

Powers of the HALDE

The HALDE is competent to deal with all forms of discrimination, whether direct or indirect1, prohibited by law or by an international commitment ratified by France. It was created following Directive 2000-78 dated November 27, 2000, which establishes a general framework to ensure equal treatment of individuals in the European Union regardless notably of their age with respect to access to employment or occupation. French law also prohibits discrimination on the grounds of age (Article L.122-45

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