An independent review into the Bar has found that bullying, harassment and sexual misconduct are widespread within the barristers’ profession, revealing a culture in which some individuals are perceived as “untouchable”, and where with junior …
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A newly surfaced review of Police Scotland reveals an environment where misogyny, discrimination, and gender-based harassment remain deeply embedded despite prior reform efforts. The findings depict a male-dominated workplace in which sexist norms, internalised misogyny, …
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An internal review by consultancy HR Rewired has found that anti-Black racism is “baked into” the Metropolitan Police’s HR systems, influencing decisions around recruitment, promotion, and grievance handling. The report, completed in July 2025 but …
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Upcoming legislation will expand employer responsibilities for preventing workplace harassment. The Employment Rights Bill, expected to take effect before the end of 2025, will require employers to take “all reasonable steps” to prevent and address …
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A government-commissioned review of the UK whistleblowing framework has identified significant areas of concern, including a lack of clarity around key legal definitions, limited statutory guidance on protections for whistleblowers, and widespread dissatisfaction with employment …
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From the 1st of September 2026, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will expand its conduct rules to cover serious behavioural misconduct, including bullying and harassment, extending oversight to an additional 37,000 solo-regulated firms including hedge …
