Articles

September 18, 2017

Automatic for the people?

In a world of fast paced advances in computing and incessant budget cuts, local authorities are turning to automation.
July 19, 2017

Measuring the value of experience

Little experience goes a long way, but a lot goes much further. We’re committed to building long term partnerships with our clients
July 17, 2017

Some like it hot

Next time you’re enjoying a welcome British heatwave, spare a thought for those at work. Whether it is white collar office work or outdoor manual labour
July 15, 2017

Is working from home the answer to office problems?

For many people, it’s the dream: the licence to work from home. No lengthy commute, no more supervision and all the comforts of your living room.
June 26, 2017

Cycling this summer? Here are some simple dos and don’ts

After all the false starts, summer is finally here. Now that the weather is nicer, cycling to work feels much more pleasant. Still, before jumping on your bike it’s worth bearing these little pointers in mind…
June 12, 2017

Brexit: What does it mean to you?

There’s no doubt that Brexit marks a definitive moment in our history. Yet some of us will be affected more than others.
June 7, 2017

Government election: Does purdah need to be amended?

With the 2017 general election, the civil servants amongst us will be almost done with the pre-election period known as ‘purdah.
December 30, 2016

Silver surfers more likely to take on floods

According to a recent survey carried out by the Environment Agency and the AA, nearly half of drivers aged 65 and over would be willing to drive through a flood, putting themselves and their vehicle at risk, rather than turn around and find a different route.
December 16, 2016

UK councils see the light

Most of us are familiar with the warm orange glow of street lighting. The lamps are lit with sodium bulbs, which work by passing an electric current through a tube containing solid sodium. The reaction produces large amounts of heat and light.