Equality watchdog welcomes Worker Protection Bill receiving Royal Assent

Summary:

The Equality Watchdog has welcomed the Worker Protection Bill (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Bill receiving Royal Assent on October 26th. Despite existing protections, the Bill aims to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace by placing a proactive duty on employers to take all reasonable steps to prevent it. The Equality Watchdog will update its technical guidance on sexual harassment and will consult with employers to ensure compliance with the new duty. The organization emphasizes that every employer, regardless of size, is responsible for protecting its workforce from unlawful harassment and will take action where wrongdoing is found.