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Employer liability in terms of section 60 of the EEA

Employers have duty to eliminate unfair discrimination in their employment policies and procedures. The case of PSA obo AG v The Department of Agriculture highlights the risks to employers who fail to take the necessary steps to eliminate sexual harassment in the workplace. Listen to Jose Jorge in discussion with Adv Craig Bosch about this topic.

22 Feb 2021 10:48 Minutes Podcast
Employer liability in terms of section 60 of the EEA

Employer liability in terms of section 60 of the EEA

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Employer liability in terms of section 60 of the EEA

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Employers have duty to eliminate unfair discrimination in their employment policies and procedures. The case of PSA obo AG v The Department of Agriculture highlights the risks to employers who fail to take the necessary steps to eliminate sexual harassment in the workplace. Listen to Jose Jorge in discussion with Adv Craig Bosch about this topic.

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