October 01, 2002
Yet another attempt is being made by government to involve business in training schemes to tackle the continuing national skills shortage scandal. Will this one work any better than the last? Read more >
August 01, 2002
East Ham to Westminster may just be a short trip, but the new CSR minister has picked up some important lessons on the way. Read more >
June 01, 2002
The UK government has launched a new 'ambitious vision' for corporate social responsibility, with five priority areas for action. Yet the public remains confused and concerned about the private sector's role in society. Read more >
December 01, 2001
In the first of a series on policy options in the run up to the General Election, John Griffiths examines company involvement in regeneration schemes and the wider ‘social inclusion’ agenda, should Labour win an expected second term. Read more >
December 01, 2001
The UK government wants schools to teach pupils how to be citizens. Meanwhile it is after companies for their money (again), not for their expertise on a topic they know lots about. Read more >
August 01, 2001
As Ken Livingstone took up office in July, the issue of regeneration began hotting up again across the country, with more government money on offer and a real opportunity for business to get involved at local level. Read more >
August 01, 2001
In the first of a regular new feature, one of Britain’s leading CSR journalists gets behind the headlines to examine what’s really making the news. Read more >
August 01, 2001
EU governments have made an unprecendented appeal to companies to help tackle social and economic issues. Catelijne Wessels is working for EBNSC to help organise the business response. Here she examines the real issues for companies from a European perspective. Read more >