Understanding the New Sexual Harassment Duty for Employers

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Tuesday, October 8, 2024

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10:30 AM Europe/London

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Elissa Thursfield

Industry-recognised employment lawyer, solicitor, advisor, trainer, and BBC Radio employment law expert contributor with over 15 years of first-hand experience.

Co-founder of Hroes software and employment law consultancy, we help protect your business from tribunal risks, cut legal costs, and eliminate HR headaches.

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On 26 October 2024, a significant legal duty comes into force, placing responsibility on employers to take steps to prevent sexual harassment of employees.

This new duty goes beyond merely responding to incidents, with the new regulations:

Casual ‘banter’ may be considered sexual harassment.
Proactive measures are crucial as the duty focuses on preventing issues, not just responding to them after they occur.
Discrimination and harassment claims can result in personal liability for senior managers and business owners, in addition to the company's liability.

Non-compliance with the new laws could expose your business to tribunal claims, severely damaging your company’s reputation, as well as catastrophic fines and legal settlements.

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