Why employers should be wary of workplace romances

We discuss the problems that can occur when colleagues are in a relationship, and what HR can do to manage those issues. We also answer some commonly asked questions, including whether or not it can be harassment to ask a co-worker out on a date. Subjects covered in this week's podcast on personal relationships at work include: whether or not employers need a written policy; what rules can be included in a policy; how to deal with conduct issues related to a workplace relationship; and questions that have arisen in case law. Presenter Laura Merrylees is joined by Stephen Simpson.