Festivity, not debauchery | Now is the time to ensure that your Christmas celebrations don't turn sour

Now well into November, HR will likely be racing to ensure that the rest of the working year is as productive as possible. However, one big element of employee reward and recognition is yet to come – the office Christmas party.

Casting your mind back over previous celebrations throughout the years may bring back hazy memories of merriment and laughter, or perhaps uncomfortable formal dinners and polite chit-chat. It’s safe to say that in years past, the concept of an office festive celebration was synonymous with debauchery that could make any HR practitioner wince.