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Question 5- Explain the difference between formal (or procedural) equality and substantive equality. Formal equality is known as the formal, legal equality. This is the equality that is seen as one law should be applied to all people, social and personal characteristics are no factor.
Scottish Government issued a letter confirming commitment to implementing the legislation (external link). The Equality Act 2010 (Specific Duties) (Scotland) Regulations 2012 (external link), came into force on Sunday 27 May 2012 and place specific equality duties on named public authorities in Scotland.he new public sector equality duty in the Equality Act 2010 came into force in April 2011. The duty places an obligation on public authorities (including NHS boards) to take action to: 1  eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation. 2  advance equality of opportunity between different groups.