Article 4 Time for bringing proceedings

For section 10 of the Measure (case friends), substitute—

“Time for bringing proceedings

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(1)

Schedule 17 to the Equality Act 2010 is amended in accordance with this section.

(2)

In paragraph 4 (time for bringing proceedings), after sub-paragraph (2), insert—

“(2A)

If, in relation to proceedings or prospective proceedings on a claim under paragraph 3 or 3A, the dispute is referred for resolution in pursuance of arrangements under paragraph 6C or for conciliation in pursuance of arrangements under section 27 of the Equality Act 2006^f1 before the end of the period of 6 months mentioned in sub-paragraph (1), that period is extended by 3 months.”.”.