Reasonable adjustments at work

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A legal right under the Equality Act 2010 (and the equivalent law in Northern Ireland) to reasonable adjustments from your employer.

What you get

This is a legal right, not a grant. If you are disabled under equality law, your employer must make reasonable adjustments to remove or reduce barriers at work. Access to Work can sometimes fund practical support, but the duty to consider reasonable adjustments sits with the employer even if you do not get Access to Work.

Who can get it

You must be disabled under the Equality Act 2010 (Great Britain) or the Disability Discrimination Act in Northern Ireland, and be an employee, or in some cases a job applicant or other covered worker. You do not need a PIP or DLA award to be protected.

How to apply

Ask your employer, ideally in writing, for the adjustments you need. If that fails, get advice from Acas, the Equality Advisory and Support Service, or a specialist solicitor or adviser. Time limits for legal claims can be short.

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Last checked 10 November 2026. This page is information, not an eligibility decision or legal advice. Always confirm the current rules on the official source before you apply.

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