Even the most well managed
work Christmas parties sometimes don't go to plan. We
highlight below how to deal with the aftermath if things go
wrong.
Address incidents promptly
If there has been an incident at the Christmas party and/or a
complaint has been received, it is important to take appropriate
action swiftly.
Putting an investigation off until after the Christmas break, or
letting issues fester unresolved, is likely to increase the risk of
potential legal claims and, importantly, is inconsistent with
employers' obligations to their employees. From a practical
perspective, it may also result in an issue that may have been
manageable promptly and informally, developing into a far more
complex issue.
