'Horrendous' | Gino D'Acampo allegations prove there's still work to be done on sexual harassment in the workplace

Celebrity chef Gino D’Acampo is facing multiple allegations of inappropriate and intimidating behaviour spanning over 12 years, as revealed by an ITV News investigation. Dozens of individuals who have worked with D'Acampo have come forward, describing his conduct as "unacceptable," "distressing," and "horrendous."

The investigation also uncovered evidence that at least one production company was aware of multiple concerns raised by crew members about D’Acampo but continued to collaborate with him on further television programmes.

These revelations add to a series of high-profile scandals involving figures such as Gregg Wallace, Mohammad Al Fayed, Phillip Schofield, and Russell Brand, raising questions about the responsibilities of employers when allegations of sexual harassment arise.

Kate Palmer, Employment Services Director at Peninsula, stresses the importance of a proactive approach to tackling workplace harassment: