The High Court’s dismissal of Noel Clarke’s libel claim against The Guardian highlights the serious impact of power imbalances in the media industry. This blog explores the judge’s findings, including Clarke’s flawed belief that women could freely reject his advances, and why this ignores the pressure created by status and hierarchy. We examine how such dynamics shape workplace misconduct, the importance of recognising them in investigations, and how organisations can respond through fair, sensitive processes and effective training.

Google's new film and TV production initiative, "100 Zeros," marks a significant shift in the creative industry landscape. We explore the potential impacts on workplace culture, ethical considerations, and the importance of maintaining integrity in an evolving media environment.

The new CIISA Standards mark an important development for workplace culture in the creative sector. We explore how they relate to misconduct investigations, training, and culture change — with reflections from EthicsVision’s work in the media and entertainment industries.

Explore new research identifying 32 common forensic interview errors with adults alleging sexual abuse. Discover how these findings strengthen workplace investigations training and support high-quality, trauma-informed interview practice across HR, ethics, and compliance teams.