Gift-giving among suppliers, purchasers and to consolidate a business relationship is nothing new but may be more common in some industries than others.
While there may be no secrecy or bribery involved in the majority of seasonal gift-giving, the concern is where does this stop and how can it be controlled?
Policies are therefore a vital way for organisations to control and monitor this and to prevent potential abuse of the use of gifts as bribes and compromises. A well written, relevant and justified policy will help to protect both employer and employee.

For a further discussion on this issue, please contact Laura Cerasale on 01494 435 310 or email laura@hradvantage.co.uk

January 2005