The necessary autonomous dimension of the Integral Equal Treatment and Non-Discrimination Act 15/2022, 12 July 2022

Abstract

The contemporary construction of anti-discrimination law in Spain has been given a definitive boost by Law 15/2022, of 12 July, on equal treatment and non-discrimination. This paper analyses the territorial dimension of this law from a dual perspective. Firstly, from a study of the traceability of the autonomous presence in its articles, especially on the basis of two references such as the basic nature and the supplementary nature of the law. Secondly, an analysis is made of how the autonomous communities have promoted the actions of the state legislator, taking the lead with their regulations and policies. The key will be collaboration between administrations to achieve comprehensive protection of equality, the effectiveness of an anti-discrimination right.