Russell Brand, David Walliams and the television industry's continuing problem with speaking up
The cases of Russell Brand and David Walliams have renewed scrutiny of misconduct and accountability in British television. Drawing on his experience as the BBC's former Head of Whistleblowing, William Richards examines the power imbalances, workplace cultures and precarious employment arrangements that make speaking up difficult, and why trusted reporting mechanisms and effective investigations are essential to protecting people across the industry.
October 2026 Sexual Harassment Law Changes: What Employers Need to Do Now
From 30 October 2026, employers in Great Britain will face stronger duties to prevent sexual harassment and new liability for third-party harassment. We look at what “all reasonable steps” means in practice, why training and manager capability matter, and what organisations should be doing now to prepare.