Morale | 7 in 10 have come to realise the value of 'festive fun'

While the Christmas period may be looking different this year in light of the pandemic, new research has indicated that an overwhelming number of employees are longing for workplace festive fun.

Almost three-quarters (72%) of employees say that they have come to realise the value of festive fun, agreeing that it allows them to bond with co-workers.

In addition to this, one-third (34%) said that team festive activities help colleagues to work more effectively and efficiently together. While this may be the case, data has shown that employees haven’t always seen the value in festive fun.

In fact, the research – which was published by O2 Business – found that 39% admitted to previously viewing the annual Christmas knees-up as a mere chance to unwind.