Creating economic recovery and growth after the pandemic – can we do it from home?

Creating economic recovery and growth after Covid-19 is at the forefront of our minds.   It is undeniable that the pandemic has changed how we live and work in ways that have been altering our behaviour at home and at work. Many organisations changed their business model to survive during Covid-19. Some of the changes in business models and consumer behaviour are here to stay. But which ones? Time will tell. As an HR consultant, I…

Office for Students to support upskilling and retraining workforce

Office for Students launches the Higher Education Short Course Trial Challenge Competition to fund up to 20 successful bits from higher education providers to trial short courses aimed at boosting skills and getting more people into work. Universities Minister Michelle Donelan said: “Learning is a lifelong journey, and this competition is a critical step in creating courses which meet the needs of learners, employers and our wider economy.”  This competition is under the umbrella of…