While attitudes towards gender equality have changed in recent times, even moreso since the #MeToo movement, sexual harassment in the workplace, while unlawful, still occurs with alarming regularity. What is Sexual Harassment? The Equality Act 2010 defines sexual harassment in the workplace as any behaviour, of a sexual nature, that is unwanted, offensive, intimidating
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What is sexual harassment, and does it matter? Under section 26 of the Equality Act 2010 three types of harassment are prohibited in relation to the protected characteristic of sex, as follows: • Sex-related harassment i.e. unwanted conduct related to the protected characteristic of sex; • Harassment of a sexual nature i.e. unwanted conduct of
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When we made the decision to leave the EU back in June last year, many questions were thrown into the air around what affects this would have on everyday life in the UK and most importantly what changes we need to be ready for. In this article we discuss the possible implications Brexit will have
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‘Tis the season to be sharing? As office parties get into full swing and people enjoy themselves, many will share their experiences on social media, but sadly not always in a positive way. Most employers know how to handle a case of face-to-face bullying. But cyberbullying – which takes place online, mostly via social media
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General banter is part and parcel of the workplace and can sometimes help to create a more relaxed environment. However, there is a thin line to tread before it might be perceived to be a form of bullying or harassment by some. Certain forms of harassment at work will amount to unlawful discrimination. Harassment will
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