With the law set to change in October to put the onus on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment, David Hossack and discrimination expert Sarah Gilzean discuss what employers need to do to comply.
Wed 28 Aug 2024
Sexual harassment changes are imminent - are employers ready?
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