Time for bringing proceedings
4. For section 10 of the Measure (case friends), substitute—
“10 Time for bringing proceedings
(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(1) before the end of the period of 6 months mentioned in sub-paragraph (1), that period is extended by 3 months.”.”.
Section 27(1) of the Equality Act 2006 was amended by article 7 of the Equality Act 2010 (Public Authorities and Consequential and Supplementary Amendments) Order 2011 (S.I. 2011/1060).