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Speakers:
Hiroko Mitomi – CEO of 3CS Corporate Solicitors Limited / Solicitor (England & Wales)
Yuki Kawata (Guest Speaker) – Partner at Kitahama Partners / Attorney at Law (Japan)
Language: Japanese
Sexual Harassment in the UK - Key Differences from Japan and Practical Insights
In the UK, legislation related to harassment is regularly reviewed, and the obligations placed on employers continue to evolve. In October 2024, the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 came into effect, introducing a new legal duty requiring all employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment of their employees. Furthermore, the Employment Rights Bill, expected to come into force in 2026, will expand these obligations to include the prevention of harassment by third parties (such as customers or business partners), thereby further broadening the scope of employer responsibilities.
Employer responses are shifting significantly from reactive measures to proactive efforts aimed at preventing harassment before it occurs. This development has considerable implications for corporate compliance frameworks and risk management strategies.
Given that the UK legal framework differs from that of Japan, it is increasingly important for Japanese companies with local entities and expatriates in the UK to fully understand the latest legal developments and implement effective measures accordingly.
Based on those backgrounds, 3CS Corporate Solicitors is having a webinar focused on the latest developments regarding sexual harassment laws in the UK, offering practical insights for businesses.
The webinar will also highlight key differences from Japanese law and provide concrete guidance on what Japanese companies and expatriates need to be aware of.
Topics to be covered in the webinar include:
- Legal Framework for Sexual Harassment in the UK
- Employer Duties and Responsibilities
- Common Issues and Case Examples in the UK
- How to Respond to Sexual Harassment
- Key Considerations for Expatriates and Japanese Companies in the UK
There will be a Q&A session following the webinar. Priority will be given to questions submitted in advance via the registration form.
If you wish to attend this webinar, please register here by Monday 22nd May 2025. We will contact you after Tuesday 27th May to confirm your participation.
