Heriot-Watt University is committed to ensuring that all employees are valued and treated with dignity and respect while at work, irrespective of their race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, religion or similar philosophical belief, trade union membership, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or gender assignment. Any form of harassment or bullying is unacceptable, and the University will not tolerate or condone such behaviour. Furthermore, it guarantees that all complaints will be thoroughly and fairly investigated. This policy aims to provide a remedy for unreasonable or unjustifiable behaviour, but is not intended to inhibit reasonable and effective management of staff.

see also: dignity, policy