what is victimisation discrimination

Victimisation discrimination is when someone is treated unfairly or subjected to a detriment because they have complained about discrimination or helped someone who has been discriminated against. It is a specific type of discrimination under the law (Equality Act 2010) and is unlawful. Victimisation can take many forms, such as being labelled a troublemaker, being left out, or not being allowed to do something. The law says victimisation means suffering a detriment because youve done or intend to do a protected act. A protected act means taking action related to discrimination law, such as making a complaint of discrimination or harassment, or supporting someone elses complaint. If someone is victimised, they may be able to take legal action.