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Social media policy

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What this policy covers

This social media policy covers the use of all forms of social media by employees for both business and private purposes.

Purpose and scope

This Policy on the use of social media is in addition to the Company`s existing Policy on internet and email use. 

This Policy covers the use of social media by employees for both business and private purposes, regardless of whether it is used during or outside office hours, or regardless of whether accessed using computer or electronic communication systems and equipment of the Company or your own or others…

Who this is for

HR & people teams

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