Standing Against Abuse: Employer Responsibility In Focus

Are you ready for the Employment Rights changes?

Important Employment Rights changes come into effect on 30th October, placing a greater duty of care on employers. That includes responsibility for staff working from home and those engaging with third parties. A recent survey of Wiltshire businesses found that many leaders want to do right by their people but don't know where to start.

This free working session is designed to change that.

What you'll take away

• What the law now requires of you as an employer
• What good support looks like in practice
• How to build policies that protect the people affected

Why it matters
According to the ONS Crime Survey for England and Wales (year ending March 2025), 3.8 million people have experienced domestic abuse. In Wiltshire alone, more than 40,000 domestic abuse crimes were recorded between 2019 and 2024, and the true figure is likely much higher. Whether we realise it or not, this is happening in our teams and workplaces.

This is not a networking event
There'll be no business cards, small talk or sales opportunities. It's a practical session with guidance from Wiltshire Police and local legal and HR experts, so you leave with something you can use.

Who should attend
Business owners, directors, senior leaders, HR professionals and anyone responsible for staff wellbeing, from any organisation in Wiltshire. Please share this with others in your network who would benefit.

About the event
Held in association with Wiltshire Police, Thrings, KR HR & Training Consultancy and SWA, and sponsored by GEL Studios. The event grew out of the Male Allyship group founded by James Phipps.

“This unique, free session is not a networking event, it is not being designed for sales opportunities. It is purely to give local leaders the right insight and knowledge to understand their legal responsibilities and can then act accordingly.”

Mark Cooper, Deputy Chief Constable of Wiltshire Police said:

"Tackling Violence Against Women and Girls is one of Wiltshire Police's operational priorities, and partnership working is essential to improving outcomes for victims. By equipping employers with the right knowledge and support, we can work together to identify risks earlier, safeguard those affected and help prevent further harm. I encourage leaders from organisations across Wiltshire to attend this event and play their part in creating safer communities."

Reserve your free place today.