Harassment Complaints Database : (HCD) Re-Launch of Advice a

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No. 46/2013
Ref: LR/FH/JR
Date: 28th January 2013





To: All Branches

Dear Colleague

Harassment Complaints Database – (HCD) Re-Launch of Advice and Guidelines

As part of the review of the HCD process which began with a motion in the name of Western Counties Branch and LTB 080/12 issued earlier last year, we are pleased to announce the re-launch of the Harassment Complaints Database.

To assist the re-launch we have produced a dedicated brochure highlighting some of the views expressed during the review and our observations moving forward. It is apparent that bullying and harassment is still very evident in the work place irrespective of who your employer is. In order to assist the CWU to make representations to the employers on this issue, it is essential that we are able to present an accurate reflection of how serious a problem this is. For this reason alone we cannot stress the importance of using both the HCD process and our free-phone bullying and harassment helpline number 0800 107 1909. This number is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The helpline is operated independently by First Assist and there is also free specialist counselling available should our members require extra support.

An electronic version of the brochure is attached and we would ask that branches make every effort to forward this on to their members. In addition, a copy of the HCD Form is also attached. We would recommend that you file this for use accordingly.

Any enquiries regarding this LTB should be referred to the Equal Opportunities Department.

Yours sincerely



Linda Roy
Assistant Secretary