Sexual orientation and gender identity discrimination

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If you are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT), you may find you are treated less favourably in certain housing situations, such as renting a home, applying for a mortgage or dealing with the council. This section looks at what you can do if you feel you are being discriminated against because of your sexual orientation or gender identity.

About LGBT discrimination

This page explains what sexual orientation and gender identity discrimination is, and how the law protect you from discrimination.

Dealing with LGBT discrimination

This page explains what you can do if you are being discriminated against by your landlord, letting agent, mortgage lender or other service provider because of your sexuality.