articles | 05 June 2025 | Elias Neocleous & Co LLC

Violence and Harassment at work: Guide for Employers and Employees

Violence and harassment in the workplace are not only violations of individual rights—they also erode trust, safety, and productivity across entire organizations. As awareness grows globally, countries are taking legislative action to create safer working environments. In this context, Cyprus has introduced a new legal framework aimed at preventing and addressing such behavior, offering both civil and criminal remedies. The following article outlines the scope and impact of this significant legal development whilst providing a guide to employers and employees in addressing incidents.

To read the full article in Greek, please visit Phileleftheros and in English please visit Lexology and Mondaq .

For more information, please reach out to Athina Evagorou.

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