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Whilst the local government elections have come and gone, the conversations regarding political parties are likely to linger on at the proverbial watercooler. Thabang Rapuleng, Director in our Employment Law practice discussed some of the boundaries to be mindful off in the workplace, with Smile FM.

17 Nov 2021 08:56 Minutes Podcast
Politics in an office context

Politics in an office context

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Politics in an office context

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Whilst the local government elections have come and gone, the conversations regarding political parties are likely to linger on at the proverbial watercooler. Thabang Rapuleng, Director in our Employment Law practice discussed some of the boundaries to be mindful off in the workplace, with Smile FM.

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