With the festive season gearing up once again, we dusted off one of the most talked-about end-of-year topics: Employee conduct outside of work — because what happens at the Christmas party doesn’t always stay at the Christmas party. Building on last year’s popular session, we took an updated look at when off-duty behaviour can legitimately fall within the scope of an employer’s disciplinary process. Using examples from case law, we explore how tribunals assess the link between “out-of-hours” antics and the employment relationship — and where employers must tread carefully.

As organisations continue adapting to the proactive duty to prevent sexual harassment, our team also shared practical, industry-focused guidance to help employers stay compliant during seasonal celebrations. From setting expectations before the big night out, to managing risks, to ensuring the post-party debrief doesn’t turn into a disciplinary headache, she’ll unwrap a toolkit designed to keep both employees and employers protected.