Results for February, 1997
Targeting support for successful companies
February 01, 1997 Large companies have long tried to foster enterprise through support for small businesses. But their success rates and their needs vary, so deciding how best to help requires careful thought. Read more >
Sir Ronnie to the rescue
February 01, 1997 Will the Hampel committee on corporate governance break new ground in the debate about to whom companies are accountable and for what? Read more >
Lifelong learning for all
February 01, 1997 Efforts continue to achieve the vision of a learning society, with a major government white paper launched and proposals from the Labour opposition for a University for Industry. But with special help, those most in need will miss out. Read more >
Taking care of the carers
February 01, 1997 Even as Opportunity 2000 celebrates five successful years, the scale of the task ahead looks daunting, but companies are increasingly recognising the benefits of caring for their staff who have caring responsibilities. Read more >
BT: the burdens of greatness
February 01, 1997 "Some are born great, some achieve greatness, some have greatness thrust upon them" wrote Shakespeare in Twelfth Night. In the beginning, BT was born big. Despite all the changes in telecommunications since privatisation in 1984, it remains big: the largest private sector employer, the most extensive customer base with over 90% of households having a telephone, up from 75% a decade ago, third by market capitalisation, and profits of ?3 billion. Read more >
Lending a helping hand
February 01, 1997 As charities become more business-like, some are able to repay a loan rather than rely on a donation. So how can a company go about lending its corporate contribution? Here we review the options and assess the practicalities. Read more >