Time limit for an employee to raise a personal grievance for alleged sexual harassment to increase from 90 days to 1 year.
A Bill has been introduced into Parliament which will increase the time limit for an employee to raise a personal grievance for alleged sexual harassment from 90 days to 1 year.
It is aimed at addressing the common theme that employees who have been sexually harassed take longer to speak out about the problem. The Bill is currently at its second reading and, if enacted, will likely become law in mid-2022.
What this means for employers
This Bill will significantly increase risk for businesses. As an employer, you need to have policies and procedures in place to prevent and deal with sexual harassment for all staff. You will also need a clear definition of what is sexual harassment in the workplace, which can be difficult. Our employment lawyers can help you through the process of establishing these policies and procedures.
How can we help?
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