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Can employers be held liable for harassment that takes place during a work-related social event?

The Employment Rights Act 2025 provisions introducing liability for third-party harassment and requiring employers to take all reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment are due to come into effect on 30 October 2026.

If a third party harasses an employee, will the employer be liable for the third party's actions under the Equality Act 2010?

The Employment Rights Act 2025 provisions under which employers can be liable for third-party harassment of their employees are due to come into effect on 30 October 2026.

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Can employers be held liable for harassment that takes place during a work-related social event?

If a third party harasses an employee, will the employer be liable for the third party's actions under the Equality Act 2010?

Is it lawful for an employer to dismiss a complaint of harassment or bullying from an employee who is thought to be "over-sensitive"?

Under the Equality Act 2010, can an employee bring a claim for harassment where the unwanted conduct is not directed at them?

What is the difference between sex-based harassment and sexual harassment?

Where an employee's claim of harassment turns out to be unfounded, can they be disciplined for raising a grievance?

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