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Working remotely and drinking on the job

Employment Law Director Gillian Lumb joined Lunch with Pippa Hudson on Cape Talk to discuss remote working during the lockdown including the legalities around the consumption of alcohol while working from home.

10 Nov 2020 14:16 Minutes Podcast
Working remotely and drinking on the job

Working remotely and drinking on the job

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Working remotely and drinking on the job

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Employment Law Director Gillian Lumb joined Lunch with Pippa Hudson on Cape Talk to discuss remote working during the lockdown including the legalities around the consumption of alcohol while working from home.

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