The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission (“IHREC”) has published a new Code of Practice on Sexual Harassment and Harassment at Work (the “Code”), one of two new codes published on 9 March 2022 to mark the week of International Women’s Day 2022.

Overview:

• The Code provides a helpful summary of the key provisions of the Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2021 insofar as they relate to workplace harassment.

• It reiterates existing law and best practice regarding employer obligations to prevent harassment and sexual harassment and to effectively deal with complaints of such treatment, if and when they arise.

• In doing so, the Code highlights the necessity for employers not only to put in place adequate policies and procedures, but also to ensure that they are brought to the attention of all employees; that they are effectively implemented; and that managers, supervisors and all staff members are provided with appropriate training.

Read the full article HERE