Harassment Workplace “banter” an ongoing headache for employers New duty to prevent sexual harassment makes tackling inappropriate jokes even more necessary iStock.com/Anton Vierietin Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Monday 17 February 2025 Almost 60 claims relating to excessive workplace “banter” were heard in UK employment tribunals in 2024 – over one per week – new data shows. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Harassment Rise in UK employers citing “banter” as a defence to harassment claims Culture Sometimes banter works in the workplace. Sometimes it hurts instead Investigations Key lessons from Yorkshire County Cricket Club’s botched racism review Harassment EAT confirms “bald” insult is sex-based harassment