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Society in the 1970s: progress of feminism; the Sex Discrimination Act; race and immigration; youth; environmentalism.
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The end of Post-War Consensus, 1970–1979
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Society in the 1970s: progress of feminism; the Sex Discrimination Act; race and immigration; youth; environmentalism
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Which legislation aimed to promote gender equality in the workplace during the 1970s?
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The Sex Discrimination Act was introduced in 1975 to prevent discrimination on the basis of sex or marital status in employment and education.
Key terms
- Feminism: A movement for advocating women's rights and equality in various spheres of life.
- Immigration: The action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country, significantly impacting British society in the 1970s.
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Overgeneralizing Feminism: Recognize the diversity within the feminist movement, including various factions and ideologies.
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