From 26 October 2024, employers will be under a new positive duty to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. The new Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 includes a wide definition which means that employers are required to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment against staff, not only from colleagues, but also from third parties, such as clients and customers.
To find out how your business should prepare see more at: New Workplace Sexual Harassment Legislation Effective From 26 October 2024 (clarkewillmott.com)