The new legal duty for employers to take steps to prevent sexual harassment

Did you know that on 26 October 2024, new legislation came into effect in England, Scotland, and Wales, requiring employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace?  Under an amendment to the Equality Act, where an employee brings a successful employment tribunal claim for sexual harassment, the tribunal now has the […]

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Employment Rights Bill Guidance

On 10 October ministers unveiled the Employment Rights Bill, introduced within 100 days of the new government coming to office, to help deliver economic security and growth to businesses, workers and communities across the UK. The Bill introduces 28 proposed reforms to employment legislation. PDA Associate Partner Markel’s legal team have recently uploaded a new […]

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