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To hug, or not to hug? Ted Baker furore sparks water cooler debate

Is it okay to hug at work? The question has been a hot topic in Britain this week after staff at fashion brand Ted Baker launched a petition accusing their boss of imposing a culture of “forced hugging”. [Courtesy]

When is a hug just a hug, and when is it harassment? The question has been a hot topic in Britain this week after staff at fashion brand Ted Baker launched a petition accusing their boss of imposing a culture of “forced hugging”.

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