Sexual Harassment - Employers new duty
News | 4 October 2024
In October 2024 there is a new duty coming into force.
Sexual harassment is already against the law. So, what will change?
Employers must take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of employees in the workplace.
There is a gear change in what is required in terms of employers in the preventative steps it takes and how it can meet the new duty.
Additional financial penalties can be imposed if the new duty is breached.
Are you ready for this change?
TW’s expert employment law team is offering training to help employers:
• understand what this new duty looks like in practice; and
• demonstrate it has taken the reasonable steps that are at the centre of this change in the law.
We are pleased to offer a 10% discount for existing clients.
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