Workplace abuse will not flourish in a culture of zero tolerance

The firestorm triggered by the New York Times exposé of Harvey Weinstein’s many abuses of power continues to rage. Fresh allegations against celebrities are emerging on a daily basis and the problem of sexual harassment in the workplace is receiving unprecedented attention.

The focus is on public figures at present but, of course, any employee can be the subject of abuse while at work. We are already seeing allegations against Irish employers emerging, ...