Preventing and Managing Harassment in the Workplace
Join our Employment Law team to explore employers’ responsibilities for preventing and managing workplace harassment.
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About this event
From October 2026, employers will be potentially liable for harassment of employees by third parties, including clients, customers and suppliers, where it relates to a protected characteristic. Employers will also have a stricter duty to prevent sexual harassment.
Join our Employment Law team to explore what this means in practice, the steps organisations can take to reduce risk and respond to complaints effectively.
What you’ll learn
- Changes under the Employment Rights Act 2025.
- Employers’ responsibilities for harassment by third parties.
- The duty to take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment.
- Practical measures to help prevent harassment and reduce legal risk.
- How to investigate and respond to complaints effectively.
- Key guidance from the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC).
Who should attend
This webinar is designed for HR professionals seeking to understand their legal obligations and implement effective workplace policies and procedures to prevent and address harassment.