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25 July 2024

HR Briefing - New Employer Duty To Prevent Sexual Harassment (Podcast)

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The article by Matthew Ramsey and Amy Daubeney discusses the new duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) draft guidance on this duty, and the consequences of non-compliance for employers.
United Kingdom Employment and HR

Episode Description

Matthew Ramsey and Amy Daubeney cover:

  • the new duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment;
  • equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) draft guidance on that duty; and
  • consequences of non-compliance for employers.

If you would like more information or want to discuss any of the topics in this podcast, please get in touch with Matthew and Amy.

The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.

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