Bullying and Harassment in the Workplace

Overview

Addressing bullying and harassment in the workplace is essential for maintaining a respectful and productive environment. Employers and employees must work together to identify, prevent, and resolve incidents effectively.

Key Points

• Definition: Bullying includes repeated, unwanted actions aimed at intimidating or humiliating an individual.
• Harassment: Unwelcome behaviour related to a protected characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.
• Legal Framework: Understand your rights under the Equality Act 2010.
• Reporting Procedures: Follow your organisation’s anti-harassment policy and escalate concerns to HR.
• Support for Victims: Access internal counselling services and external resources such as ACAS.

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