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Sexual harassment

Employing & managing staff

How to deal with sexual harassment in your small business

What should you do if an employee tells you their being sexually harassed by a work colleague? What should you do? And how much could you lose if you handle sexual harassment badly?

News

Sexual harassment: #MeToo and Time’s up encourage workers to speak out

According to new research, prominent movements against sexual harassment have given over a quarter of UK workers the confidence to report it.

Employing & managing staff

The Harvey Weinstein sexual harassment case – What can we learn?

As Harvey Weinstein, one of the most powerful men in Hollywood, is sacked for historic sexual offences, we look at what lessons can be learnt.

Employing & managing staff

How to prevent sexual harassment in a small business

Kate Palmer, head of advisory at Peninsula, discusses how to create a culture where employees feel that they can make complaints about sexual harassment.

News

Major ruling on sexual harassment

Small firms are being warned to prepare for new employee sexual harassment rights following a major High Court ruling.

News

Don’t panic over the Sex Discrimination Act

Much has been made of a change to the Sex Discrimination Act brought in on 1 October, with lobby groups claiming it will allow employees to hold small businesses to ransom. But employment law experts are warning small businesses not to overreact.

Business Technology

Future-proof your business communications set-up

Landlines as we know them will be scrapped in 2027 – along with a raft of upcoming business changes. Here's how to ensure your communications set-up is fit for whatever the future brings

Business Loans

A guide to getting a small business loan

Everything you need to know on what small business loans are and what types of loan are available for your business.

Business Technology

Friendly guide – top tips for small businesses switching to VoIP

With the landline shutdown coming fast, there’s never been a better time to switch to VoIP. Don’t let your small business be left behind!

Export & Import

Avoid delays with exports and imports

Many factors can affect products’ journeys from A to B. Here are some tips for best practice for successful shipping in the modern world