
Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment
Wed 16 Sept · 08:30
Leah's Yard
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The Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast will bring practical employment law guidance on preventing workplace sexual harassment, along with networking and breakfast, on September 16, 2026, at Leah's Yard in Sheffield.
Practical employment law guidance exploring steps to prevent sexual harassment, from our expert team. Plus networking and breakfast included
From October 2026, employers will be under a legal duty to take "all reasonable steps" to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace, with new obligations relating to third-party harassment. The changes raise the bar for employers and make proactive prevention more important than ever.
Join Wake Smith's Employment Law team for a practical seminar designed to help employers understand the new requirements and prepare with confidence.
This interactive session will explain what the changes mean in practice, explore the steps employers should be taking now, and provide practical advice to help reduce legal risk.
As always, you'll have the opportunity to network with local businesses and professionals over a complimentary breakfast and warm drinks
What We’ll Cover
Our employment law specialists will cover:
The changes to sexual harassment law taking effect from October 2026
What the new "all reasonable steps" means for employers
Practical measures businesses should be taking now
Employer responsibilities for third-party harassment, including customers, clients and contractors
Common pitfalls and how to reduce legal risk
Practical actions to help create a safer workplace culture
Who Should Attend
This seminar is ideal for:
Business owners and directors
HR managers and HR professionals
Line managers and team leaders
In-house legal and compliance teams
Why Attend?
✅ Understand what the October 2026 changes mean for your business
✅ Gain practical employment law guidance you can apply immediately
✅ Reduce legal and reputational risk
✅ Ask questions in an informal, interactive setting
✅ Network with local businesses and professionals
✅ Enjoy complimentary breakfast pastries and hot drinks
Additional Info:
The session will begin around 9am and last around 1 hour, allowing time for networking before and after.
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Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment takes place on Wednesday, 16 September 2026 at 08:30.
Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment is held at Leah's Yard in Sheffield (22 Cambridge Street, Sheffield City Centre, S1 4HP).
Entry to Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment is free.
Tickets for Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment
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The Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast will bring practical employment law guidance on preventing workplace sexual harassment, along with networking and breakfast, on September 16, 2026, at Leah's Yard in Sheffield.
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Organiser’s full description
Practical employment law guidance exploring steps to prevent sexual harassment, from our expert team. Plus networking and breakfast included
From October 2026, employers will be under a legal duty to take "all reasonable steps" to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace, with new obligations relating to third-party harassment. The changes raise the bar for employers and make proactive prevention more important than ever.
Join Wake Smith's Employment Law team for a practical seminar designed to help employers understand the new requirements and prepare with confidence.
This interactive session will explain what the changes mean in practice, explore the steps employers should be taking now, and provide practical advice to help reduce legal risk.
As always, you'll have the opportunity to network with local businesses and professionals over a complimentary breakfast and warm drinks
What We’ll Cover
Our employment law specialists will cover:
The changes to sexual harassment law taking effect from October 2026
What the new "all reasonable steps" means for employers
Practical measures businesses should be taking now
Employer responsibilities for third-party harassment, including customers, clients and contractors
Common pitfalls and how to reduce legal risk
Practical actions to help create a safer workplace culture
Who Should Attend
This seminar is ideal for:
Business owners and directors
HR managers and HR professionals
Line managers and team leaders
In-house legal and compliance teams
Why Attend?
✅ Understand what the October 2026 changes mean for your business
✅ Gain practical employment law guidance you can apply immediately
✅ Reduce legal and reputational risk
✅ Ask questions in an informal, interactive setting
✅ Network with local businesses and professionals
✅ Enjoy complimentary breakfast pastries and hot drinks
Additional Info:
The session will begin around 9am and last around 1 hour, allowing time for networking before and after.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment?
Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment takes place on Wednesday, 16 September 2026 at 08:30.
Where is Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment taking place?
Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment is held at Leah's Yard in Sheffield (22 Cambridge Street, Sheffield City Centre, S1 4HP).
How much are tickets for Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment?
Entry to Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment is free.
How do I get tickets for Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment?
Tickets for Wake Smith Employment Law Breakfast: Preventing Workplace Sexual Harassment can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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