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The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 prohibits discrimination at any stage of the employment process, from recruitment through to termination.

You do not have to tell a potential employer about your HIV status, and if it does not affect your ability to work, you shouldn't feel obliged to inform them.

There is no law to stop your employer from asking whether you have HIV. You can ask why they need to know, but you may be in breach of contract if you lie about it.

If an employer does not hire you because of your HIV status, you may be able to bring a claim against them for discrimination.

An employer can ask job applicants to be tested for HIV with your consent. If you don't comply, they can refuse to proceed with the application.

Unless the job involves exposure prone work or travel to countries where testing is compulsory for entry, there is no justification for requesting HIV testing.

An employer must make reasonable adjustments to your work to accommodate your illness, as they would need to with any other person with a disability.