Matt Lancashire says new productivity clubs provide an opportunity to share knowledge and boost output Productivity is an opportunity to drive economic and business growth, supporting fair work and creating a more prosperous Scotland with increased wages, innovation and a skilled workforce, together with opportunities to export and drive inward investment. The ingredients of any […]
Employee motivation can make staff more productive
Skyscanner offers a range of employee benefits Wildly unconventional benefits and perks have surfaced over the last few years, with research estimating that increasing happiness can boost productivity by around 12%, showing the benefits of focus. After all, who are we kidding? It’s hard to feel motivated when you’re at work. For most people, having […]
Be ready for changes in the way workers are taxed
Rules determining whether or not someone is an employee are changing, as Karen Harvie explains Over 200 years after income tax was first introduced in Britain, the UK arguably possesses one of the most complex tax systems in the world. In fact, as one reasonably well known quote points out: Today, it takes more brains […]
LPG can play a key role in affordable housing
Affordable housing seems to be an ongoing issue across the UK. Positive initiatives and efficient processes are needed to help the sector deliver the number of homes that Brits can pay for — which is where LPG energy could play a part. This article – from LPG suppliers, Flogas UK – discusses how LPG is […]
Looking for a rewarding career? Here are a few to consider
At certain points of our career, we take time to reflect and question what we would have done differently. Unfortunately for many of us, the once childhood dream of developing a right foot like that of Wayne Rooney, the voice box of Adele, or the relaxing tones of David Attenborough is a far cry away […]