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Employment Essentials: Drugs in the Workplace
Episode 5
Wednesday, 6 August, 2025
From smart drugs to ketamine, substance use is no longer just a concern for safety-critical industries. In this episode of our Employment Essentials podcast, Partners Jonathan Chamberlain and Anna Fletcher explore the growing presence of drugs in white-collar workplaces and share practical advice for employers. Drawing on recent research, including a 2025 Bupa survey revealing that over one-third of employees have engaged in or witnessed substance abuse or addictive behaviours during working hours, Jonathan and Anna unpack the legal, cultural, and operational implications of this trend. The episode covers: · The surprising prevalence of drug use in professional settings · The blurred lines between recreational use and workplace impairment · Legal risks of enforcing zero-tolerance policies · The role of workplace culture and stress in fuelling addiction · Disability protections under the Equality Act and how they apply to addiction Whether you're considering implementing a drug policy or supporting employees through addiction, this episode offers practical guidance for employers navigating this complex issue. You can find this episode and the accompanying transcript on our website: https://gowlg.co/46P68o1 ... Gowling WLG is an international full-service law firm working across a range of industry sectors including real estate, government, financial services, life sciences and technology. We operate across the world with offices in the UK, Europe, Canada and the Middle East. We regularly talk about a broad range of topics that may be of interest to you. Subscribe to receive our latest articles, podcasts and webinars straight to your inbox: https://gowlg.co/35efH2r Alternatively, you can view our full selection of insights and resources here: https://gowlg.co/3IwEr41 Want to get to know us? Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://gowlg.co/3hqmatB Twitter: https://gowlg.co/35Do0nY Facebook: https://gowlg.co/3th2w8N Instagram: https://gowlg.co/3tEf2iq This podcast may contain information of general interest about current legal issues, but does not give legal advice.
