The debate over the studies cuts to a deeper question: how can a government actually prove the existence of widespread discrimination?

She said the trust had commissioned an independent review that found no evidence of widespread discrimination.

Most met widespread discrimination and were forced into overcrowded ghetto areas.

They have complained of widespread discrimination such as being blocked from top government or military posts.

"While it is hard to document, testimony we have heard shows that there seems to be widespread discrimination resulting from employer sanctions."

In both of these countries, there are reports of widespread discrimination.

This has provided the main wellspring for widespread discrimination against older people.

The widespread discrimination to which specific groups of women are subjected is particularly serious.

At the time, there was widespread discrimination against disabled individuals.

They were forced to enter the navy, where they faced widespread discrimination.