Wellbeing What UK employers need to know about alcohol dependency Addiction can create complex challenges for employers, who must balance their duties to support affected employees with workplace safety, performance and conduct obligations iStock.com/kieferpix Image Andy Norris Partner, Kingsley Napley Thursday 09 July 2026 Alcohol Awareness Week in the UK, 6-12 July 2026, is an opportunity to reflect on employers’ duties and responsibilities when it comes to alcohol dependency, as Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Mental Health Brazilian court rules beer-taster’s alcohol addiction not employer’s responsibility Discrimination United to pay $305,000 after forcing alcoholic Buddhist pilot to attend AA Health & Safety Alcohol-related death shines a light on South Korea’s “hoesik” culture Wellbeing Addiction aid needed to tackle France’s soaring cocaine use