University of Bristol v Abrahart: equality watchdog responds to judgment in landmark case

Summary:

The High Court has ruled that the University of Bristol failed to make reasonable adjustments for a 20-year-old student who suffered from social anxiety, leading to her indirect discrimination and discrimination on the grounds of disability. The court determined that the university's actions contributed to the student's tragic death in 2018. The Equality and Human Rights Commission intervened in the case and welcomes the judgment, which provides clarity on universities' duties to make reasonable adjustments and sets a precedent for ensuring disabled students receive equal treatment.