Results for Policy & Research
Small step on giving in-kind
April 01, 1998 Here we summarise the main elements of Gordon Brown's first full budget, as they affect community affairs, and spotlight the need for change in tax relief to encourage in-kind giving. Read more >
Earning from learning
February 01, 1998 Government proposals for education action zones have raised a storm of protest about running education for private profit. But the plans do offer some good opportunities for companies to make a real contribution to Britain's low standards. Read more >
Celebrating the community in the new Millennium
December 01, 1997 A celebration and a new start? Already a frightful bore? Love it or loathe it, the turn of the century will see a plethora of events and initiatives. Should companies get involved, and if so, how? Read more >
Enhancing support for small business
December 01, 1997 The role large companies can play in assisting small and growing businesses is in the spotlight again, as the new government announces its plans for the Business Link Network. Read more >
Pressure to join New Deal
October 01, 1997 Grappling to turn simple manifesto pledges into reality, the government wants companies to employ more young people. But most firms will have to find other ways to help. Read more >
Welfare-to-work New Deal: the company role
August 01, 1997 Since the mid 1970s, a succession of employment and training schemes have targeted young people, with variable success rates. If the latest government plans are to work, the private sector must be an active participant. Read more >
Little and large: partnerships for jobs
August 01, 1997 As concern about unemployment rises up the public policy agenda across Europe, the European Round Table has taken a timely look at what large companies can do to help small firms create jobs. Read more >
New faces, new policies, old themes
June 01, 1997 With the new government in office, here are the main issues of interest in community affairs, with the key personalities and the legislation promised in the Queen's Speech. Read more >
Britain decides: manifestos for government
April 01, 1997 Is it time for change or time for continuity? All three parties are offering a judicious mixture of both. Here we analyse what the manifestos say of direct relevance to corporate community involvement. Read more >