It was an unexpected experience for those who took the first steps across London’s Millennium Bridge. The pedestrian crossing’s ‘wobble’ introduced us to something professionals call human induced vibration – the effect caused by people walking. It is something engineers must consider when working on a building project. The actual effect of the phenomenon isn’t […]
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Employment law is not beyond belief
Legal Matters: Miranda Hughes The field of employment law can be a veritable minefield, especially for employers, and it can be all too easy to be caught out by the rules and regulations, in many cases unintentionally. From Health and Safety, to gender pay gaps, the level of knowledge required by an organisation, whether they […]
How to recession-proof your business
With so much political uncertainty and evidence of a slowdown in parts of the world, some economists are predicting a recession. David Blanchflower, a former member of the Bank of England’s interest rate setting committee, has even drawn comparisons to the run-up to the 2008 banking crash. Preparing for the unknown is overwhelming, but there […]
How to set up a business looking after dogs
With some 8.5 million dogs in the UK, each one requiring a high level of care and attention, man’s best friend is also creating significant business opportunities. But what are the key elements involved in setting up a business looking after dogs? Marketing A professional website is key to drumming up potential clients and opportunities. […]
Changing attitudes have opened up opportunities in the workplace
More women are getting jobs in male-oriented sectors As recently as the 1980s, and despite years of campaigning and equal rights legislation, many people still held stereotypical views about the roles most suitable for men and women. A study conducted by Sky News showed that in 1984 almost half (42%) of people felt that men […]