In this session, we talked about the new obligation for employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace, and some practical issues to consider.
In 2023, the government passed the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act) Act 2023. The legislation puts a new obligation on employers to take 'reasonable steps' to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. In preparation for the legislation taking effect on October this year, efficient employers should be starting to look at what steps they will be taking to make sure they comply with it.
Emma Burrows was joined by Vanessa James and Rebecca Cheshire, and they looked at what the new duty entails, and how an efficient employer can prepare for the changes, by looking at their culture, policies and offering the right training to management.
This Q&As webinar session was recorded and can be viewed here:
