Why is the UK crap at infrastructure?
16/02/2023
In his latest blog, Frank McKenna asks why the UK is crap at delivering major infrastructure projects.
End the “Hunger Games”
16/02/2023
A major Downtown conference last week was told there was a need for a major reform of the way the government is funding levelling up. Jim was in Birmingham and summaries the event. He also asks just how will did Labour actually do in recent North West by elections?
A week in America | 17 February 2023
16/02/2023
This week Martin looks at Black History Month and other celebrations of diversity in the United States…
Return of the Truss
08/02/2023
Liz Truss is no Margaret Thatcher. In his latest blog, Frank McKenna explains why.
Disciplinary process – avoid the claim…..
08/02/2023
In the second in the disciplinary guidance series, Victoria discusses the correct procedure in the disciplinary process.
Substance or those Titanic deck chairs?
08/02/2023
Jim asks if this week’s government reshuffle is good for business or just amounts to moving those Titanic deck chairs. He also thinks there’s a once in a blue moon chance of City being expelled from the Premiership in the near future.
Debt Ceiling
03/02/2023
Crisis? What Crisis? This week, Martin looks at the politically engineered Debt Ceiling Crisis and wonders, What happens next?
Disciplinary procedure – understand your options
02/02/2023
In the latest HR update, Victoria outlines the process for employers to address employee conduct and performance.
Happy Birthday Brexit
02/02/2023
Brexit isn’t working. Frank McKenna’s latest Downtown blog.
Political limbo on strikes and Brexit
02/02/2023
Jim is frustrated by the lack of activity on two of the major issues facing the country, strikes and the consequences of Brexit. He also looks at the forthcoming by election in West Lancashire.
The Tory party is ungovernable
26/01/2023
In his latest blog, Frank McKenna explains why it would be good for the Tory Party if they lost the next General Election.
Annual leave calculation U-turn
26/01/2023
In the latest update from the world of HR, Victoria looks at the latest government proposal regarding annual leave calculations.