Law leaves discrimination claimants in limbo

PEOPLE claiming discrimination by publicans have been left in limbo following controversial changes to the law last year.

Under the Intoxicating Liquor Act, discrimination cases have been transferred from the Equality Tribunal to the district courts.

Since the provisions came into effect in September, 2003, claimants seeking information and advice have been referred by the Equality Authority to the Department of Justice, who in turn have referred them back to the authority.