Christmas: 'tis the season to reinforce alcohol policies?

As invitations start arriving for festive functions, the increase in business drinking opportunities can spell trouble in the workplace – and hit productivity, according to employment specialist Bernadette Worthington of law firm Mace & Jones.

The problem is that some employees consider it their duty to accept an alcoholic drink from a client or contact. But they should be made aware that rules on alcohol do not change for Christmas, explains Worthington:

“As December appro... (206 more words)

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