UK business confidence ‘at six-year high’

23 July 2013
UK business confidence ‘at six-year high’
Business confidence in the UK is at its highest level since 2007, the latest economic survey from a leading business group has suggested.

Avoiding disciplinary pitfalls

12 July 2013
Many organisations, particularly those in the public sector, are now beginning to appreciate the benefits of making sound recordings of disciplinary and grievance interviews, says solicitor Maxine Park

Looking at complaints differently

12 July 2013
A complaint can provide important insight on where there is need for improvement or an opportunity for innovation in public services, and should not be feared, argues Jo Casebourne, director of policy and social innovation at charity Nesta

Turning bad times into good times

12 July 2013
Job cuts and wage freezes in the public sector can have a negative impact on staff morale. But with research suggesting that a happy workforce is a more productive workforce, Jessica Pryce-Jones argues that it only takes a few simple steps to improve staff happiness and wellbeing

Explosive public events

12 July 2013
In an increasingly litigious and risk averse society, it is vital that the commissioners of firework displays take due care in awarding contracts to ensure not only that the greatest artistic production can be achieved, but that it can be achieved at sensible cost and with as low risk as possible

Out with a (Safe) Bang

12 July 2013
Public firework displays should be enjoyable and spectacular occasions – but they obviously need responsible planning. The Health & Safety Executive dishes out guidance to help you plan and safely execute public firework displays, big and small

Giving your fleet a green spring clean

10 July 2013
A well thought through green fleet policy will not only tick all the right boxes in terms of corporate social responsibility but also deliver significant savings to overall operating costs. But where to start? Roddy Graham, chairman of the ICFM, shares some best practice advice

Local low-carbon action

10 July 2013
The Renewable Energy Association’s Frank Gordon sums up recent policy measures which have created new low-carbon opportunities and support for local authorities