Whistleblowing Protections for Sexual Harassment

From 6 April 2026, workers who report sexual harassment at work can benefit from protection under whistleblowing law.

Key changes

• The law will make clear that workers who ‘blow the whistle’ on sexual harassment can benefit from whistleblowing protections against detriment and unfair dismissal.
• Previously, a worker would have to claim that their whistleblowing disclosure about sexual harassment fell under one of the existing categories of wrongdoing, such as a danger to health and safety.

How to prepare

Before 6 April 2026:

• Review and update your whistleblowing policy.
• Brief managers on the updated protections.
• Communicate the changes to your workforce.

More information

Whistleblowing at work – Acasopens www.acas.org.uk in a new tab

What sexual harassment is - Sexual harassment - Acasopens www.acas.org.uk in a new tab

For more information see the Strengthening protections for whistleblowers factsheetopens assets.publishing.service.gov.uk in a new tab