Unpaid interns on dole. Morale at risk?
Unpaid interns on the dole. Is morale at risk?
A new scheme announced last week by John Denham, Minister for Innovation, Universities and Skills, whereby unemployed graduates who take unpaid internships may continue to claim jobseeker’s allowance may be a step in the right direction for the government’s job creation plans. But are we in danger of neglecting the individual’s morale? (more…)
Peter Barrett | Sunday, 3rd May, 2009 at 3:24 pm | Blog | No comment
Kevin Spacey
Kevin Spacey on the value of UK creativity.
New Statesman. March 21 2009
This week’s New Statesman sees Old Vic Director Kevin Spacey argue passionately the case for sustained government investment in the arts in Britain. (more…)
Peter Barrett | Sunday, 22nd March, 2009 at 11:56 am | Blog | No comment
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