IN THE SPOTLIGHT: CORPORATE CHRISTMAS


IN THE SPOTLIGHT


The historic Chicheley Hall is offering a selection of Christmas party packages for local businesses this festive season. Party nights in the Main House or in the Atrium


include a three-course dinner, disco, tea, coffee, mince pies and novelties. Food includes traditional roast turkey and Christmas pudding. The Grade I listed mansion is also offering a two or three-course festive lunch during December weekdays


‘WE MAKE SURE EVERY


ASPECT OF YOUR NIGHT IS


UNFORGETTABLE’


This issue, the spotlight is on the CORPORATE CHRISTMAS and ACCOUNTANCY SERVICES sectors


A CHRISTMAS PARTY IN A HISTORIC SETTING


and Christmas afternoon tea options, including mince pies and Christmas cake. Prices start at £20 per head. Events executive Lauren Willingham said: “For an


event that only comes around once a year, attention to detail is everything and at Chicheley Hall we’re here to ensure that happens. From the festive food and drink to the lively atmosphere of the disco afterwards, we make sure every aspect of your night is unforgettable.”


BEHAVE OR YOU COULD END UP ON THE NAUGHTY LIST


A partner at Franklins Solicitors LLP has warned of the importance of good behaviour at a work Christmas party. Ben Stanton, partner and


employment solicitor at the Milton Keynes legal firm says employers should have clear and consistent policies in place that specifically deal with potential problem areas and the standard of behaviour expected. Employees should be reminded


of these policies in advance of the party, to hopefully avoid any fighting, drink driving after the office party or absenteeism. Ben said: “The work Christmas party is often eagerly anticipated;


however, the combination of a relaxed atmosphere and too much alcohol can bring out the worst in employees and lead to problems within the workplace. “Any work party or gathering


can be deemed to have effectively taken place at work, meaning that an employer may subsequently be held to be vicariously liable for any wrongdoing by that employee at the party. Employees can argue that any unfair treatment that they received at a Christmas party took place within the workplace, opening employers up to liability and subjecting employees to disciplinary action for the same reasons.


24 inbusiness OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2019 “It is important to strike the


correct balance between ensuring that employees can let their hair down, but also complying with their employer’s expected standards of behaviour. Advising employees of your policies in advance of the work Christmas party should help avoid these issues from arising.” As a guide to other issues to avoid


during the Christmas party, watch the Franklins advice video : www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNYkea -NZfU


Email: ben.stanton@franklins- sols.co.uk Call: 01908 660966


Ben Stanton, employment solicitor at Franklins


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