... general. Historical context of discrimination Initially women had little or no laws protecting them at work, as it was not socially expected for a woman to work. Over the decades there has been a dramatic change in social attitude, which has resulted in laws being enforced. The main change mentioned in the article was the enactment of the Sex Disqualification (Removal) Act 1919. This enabled women to enter many professions, which previously condemned them. As a result of this, the first female solicitor and barrister was admitted as beforehand it was considered illegal for a female to enter the legal profession. Progress of female entrants however was slow and the article points out that "the 70's saw the first significant rise in women entrants". In 1923 the Association of Women Solicitors was formed and together with organisations such as the Association of Women Barristers they focus on many issues that have risen in ...

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