sexual harassment
City of London councillors are implementing a new policy to prevent sexual harassment, anticipating the Employment Rights Act 2025.
City of London councillors approved a new policy to prevent sexual harassment in September 2026, which came into effect from October 1, 2026. This measure anticipates the Employment Rights Act 2025, which will strengthen employers' duty to prevent sexual harassment. The policy shifts focus to prevention, includes enhanced provisions for third-party harassment, and emphasises managers' roles.
The new policy, developed in consultation with recognised Trade Unions and HR colleagues, places a greater emphasis on the role of managers in taking preventative action. It also includes enhanced provisions for addressing third-party harassment, aiming to proactively prevent unwelcome sexual advances and other verbal or physical harassment.
Key facts
- City of London councillors approved a new policy to prevent sexual harassment in September 2026. Source
- The City of London's new policy came into effect from October 1, 2026. Source
- The policy anticipates the Employment Rights Act 2025. Source
- The policy includes enhanced provisions for third-party harassment. Source
- The policy places a greater emphasis on the role of managers in preventative action. Source
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