BEIS have published a report on workplace support for victims of domestic abuse. The report sets out the key findings from the review by BEIS into how victims of domestic abuse can be supported in the workplace and the actions which government will take as a result. Chapter 1 considers the impact of domestic abuse on individuals and employers, including the challenges brought by the coronavirus pandemic. It identifies that an effective employer response is founded on being able to spot the signs of domestic abuse and know how to signpost to specialist services. Chapter 2 focuses on what best practice looks like and the positive role that employers can play, alongside the barriers for individuals and employers in accessing and providing support. Chapter 3 discusses the role that employment rights can play in giving employers and employees the certainty they need.
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