Preventing HR Headaches at Your Work Christmas Party

As the festive season approaches, many organisations are gearing up for their annual Christmas celebrations. While these events are a great opportunity to recognise hard work and strengthen team spirit, they can also open the door to potential HR challenges if not managed correctly.

Join WorkNest for a free 60-minute webinar designed to help employers plan safe, compliant, and enjoyable end-of-year events.

Hosted by Saleya Begum, Senior Employment Law Adviser at WorkNest, and Tracey Turner, HR Trainer at Vista Employer Services, this session will provide clear, actionable guidance on how to navigate the legal and HR pitfalls that can arise when the lines between work and socialising blur.

What you’ll learn:

• Employer responsibilities: How your duty of care and legal obligations apply during work-related functions – even outside normal hours.
• Understanding the legalities: Key laws and compliance considerations when hosting workplace celebrations.
• Handling incidents: Managing misconduct, disputes, or harassment issues that may occur during events.
• Preventing harassment: Proactive steps to create a safe, respectful environment for everyone.
• Planning best practice: How to design a festive, risk-free celebration that reflects well on your organisation.