The government has advised UK councils against working four-day weeks as it believes this would be unfair to the taxpayer. Issued by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC), the non-statutory guidance states that if any local councils…
A new waste emissions calculator has been launched to help local authorities reduce their carbon emissions. Developed by Cambridgeshire county council and UCL (University College London), the calculator determines the impact of waste operations such as from vehicle use or…
Local authorities across the UK are set to receive over £50m in funding to help those receiving drug and alcohol treatment. This move is part of a 10-year strategy to reduce drug use and improve recovery from addiction by providing…
Transformation continues to remain a high priority for local authorities following the recovery from the covid-19 pandemic. Across the UK, more and more councils are looking for ways to provide more efficient and cost-effective services to users, therefore increasing the demand for targeted project work and interim staff. Think you are in a work slump? Switching to an interim role may help to give you the breath of fresh air you need and provide a new outlook on your approach to your personal working strategies.
At the best of times, salary negotiation can be incredibly daunting. Even with the utmost preparation, research and self-belief talks beforehand, you may fall at the final hurdle when it comes down to it. Negotiating an interim salary is sometimes considered even more difficult, with many interim candidates feeling that the urgency to fill a role may dissuade employers from considering time for compromise, however, the current market suggests they could not be more wrong.
This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is #BreakTheBias, which encourages everyone to look at the ways they can challenge gender bias in the workplace, community, schools, universities and beyond. While IWD each year is a fantastic opportunity for brands…
Transformation continues to remain a high priority for local authorities following the recovery from the covid-19 pandemic. Across the UK, more and more councils are looking for ways to provide more efficient and cost-effective services to users, therefore increasing the…
Well what a difference a few weeks makes. 2 weeks ago, I was travelling to Northamptonshire to deliver a presentation to support with innovation around resourcing for a large regional group. Fast forward and I am now working from my…