David Woods

Hospitality sector creates international leadership college in Scotland

Business figures from the international hospitality and tourism sector have formed a partnership with the world of academia to set up their own ‘corporate university’, which they believe to be the...

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Asda George sets up ‘learn and earn’ initiative

George, Asda's clothing brand, has launched a fully-funded 'learn while you earn' university programme, aimed specifically at school and college students.

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Minister calls for ‘single, simple, decent’ pensions

Minister for pensions Steve Webb has applauded the creation of a “single, simple, decent state pension”.

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TUC slams Government plans, ahead of tomorrow’s march

On the eve of its March for the Alternative in London, the TUC has accused the Government of following an economic strategy that will lead to higher unemployment and no wage increases.

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First 11 of 21 enterprise zones named

The Government yesterday announced the creation of the first 11 enterprise zones – including London Royal Docks, Liverpool & Wirral Waters, Nottingham’s Boots Campus and Manchester Airport – where...

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Most UK companies continue restrict internet access

Nearly three-quarters of UK workplaces restrict their employees’ access to the internet, according to a recent survey by office design company Maris Interiors.

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Budget aftermath: EAP tax relief to go

Following the chancellor's 2011 Budget Statement, the removal of tax relief benefits on employee assistance programmes (EAPs) is to go ahead.

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Budget aftermath: Is it truly a Budget for Growth?

The chancellor of the exchequer George Osborne had pledged a Budget for growth, but yesterday afternoon's offering has received a hostile reception.

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Budget aftermath: not so fleet?

Company car providers have warned employers of the ramifications of yesterday's Budget on company fleets.

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Public sector feels undervalued and misunderstood, says survey

More than half of employees in the public sector are prepared to take action over recent Government cuts, research reveals.

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Budget 2011: Personal tax allowance up again

Chancellor George Osborne is to increase the personal income tax allowance to give 25 million people a cut of around £45 a year.

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Budget 2011: 50p tax rate to stay, but not for long, says Osborne

The chancellor has confirmed the 50p tax rate on high earners will remain for the time being, but it will be temporary.

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