A bill to guarantee British subjects against discrimination in employment will be introduced in the House of Lords by Viscount Samuel, it was revealed here today. Lord Samuel is planning to present a bill July 16 making it unlawful for public authorities or private employers to impose any political, racial or religious test as a condition of employment.
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