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UK Employment Rights Act 2025: Harassment law is getting tougher – and games companies need to be ready
The UK Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces significant changes to harassment laws, impacting games companies operating in the UK. Key reforms include reinstating employer liability for third-party harassment and strengthening the duty to prevent sexual harassment by requiring 'all reasonable steps.' These changes, effective from October 2026, aim to create safer and more inclusive workplaces by shifting focus from reactive measures to proactive prevention.
