Preventing workplace harassment: Are you ready for new Employment Rights Act 2025 harassment duties?

Download your free employer’s guide to preventing harassment at work

From 30 October 2026, the Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces tougher responsibilities for employers to prevent workplace harassment, including harassment by customers, clients, suppliers and other third parties.

And having a policy in place won’t be enough on its own. You’ll need to demonstrate that you’ve taken all reasonable steps to prevent harassment from happening.

Not sure what that looks like for your business? We’ve got you covered.

Our free guide breaks down the changes, explains your responsibilities and shares practical steps to help you create a safer, more respectful workplace.

What’s inside the guide?

Get clear, practical guidance on:

• What’s changing under the Employment Rights Act 2025
• What counts as workplace harassment and third-party harassment
• What taking ‘all reasonable steps’ means for employers
• How to strengthen policies, training and reporting procedures
• Identifying harassment risks before issues arise
• Handling complaints fairly and effectively
• Real-world examples from healthcare and construction

Why should you download it?

Workplace harassment isn’t always easy to spot, and it takes more than good intentions to prevent it.

With new responsibilities coming into force, you need to understand what your business needs to do and how to put effective preventative measures in place.

This guide will help you:

• Get ahead of the changes – understand your responsibilities before the new rules take effect.
• Protect your people – create a workplace where employees feel safe, respected and supported.
• Give managers confidence – help them recognise warning signs and respond appropriately.
• Reduce legal risk – understand how to demonstrate the steps you’ve taken to prevent harassment.
• Build a better workplace culture – encourage openness, trust and early intervention.

Who’s it for?

This guide is ideal for:

• Business owners and directors
• HR and people professionals
• Line managers and team leaders
• Employers with customer-facing or public-facing teams
• Anyone responsible for workplace policies, employee wellbeing or compliance

Get ahead of the changes with Citation

Preventing harassment isn’t just about meeting your legal obligations. It’s about creating a workplace where everyone feels comfortable, valued and able to do their best work.

Download our free guide to understand what’s changing and what you can do to prepare.

Need a hand preparing?

From reviewing policies and training managers to handling sensitive complaints, Citation’s HR and Employment Law experts are here to support you.

With 24/7 expert advice, you can get the guidance you need to manage workplace challenges confidently.

Call 0345 844 1111 to find out how we can help.