Sexual Harassment – when are employers responsible beyond the workplace?
Trigger warning: this article reports on a tribunal case that relates to the conduct of sexual harassment. Dare we say it – the festive season is fast approaching? For many employers, they will be starting to plan festive social events and so this month’s case report comes at a good time to remind employers of […]
Lidl sign legal agreement with the Equality and Human Rights Commission to strengthen its sexual harassment protection in workplace
After a 2023 employment tribunal ruled that Lidl failed to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment, the company signed a legal agreement with the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) last month. The agreement is a direct result of the ruling and requires Lidl to implement measures to better protect its employees by committing […]