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The Christmas countdown has officially begun. Mariah Carey is on repeat in every office, mince pies are being consumed in team meetings and employees are starting to dream of their New Year getaway as they tackle mammoth to-do lists.
While Christmas is an enjoyable time for employees, HR still has a role to play in ensuring that day-to-day operations continue to run smoothly, as well as overseeing seasonal niceties such as the office party.
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