Why working from home leaves the lowest paid at more risk of infection
The latest directive from the UK government that people should work from home has led to concerns about the impact on businesses in the run up to Christmas.
The latest directive from the UK government that people should work from home has led to concerns about the impact on businesses in the run up to Christmas.
Economics & Business
Dec 10, 2021
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A research institute's analysis has concluded that the incoming German government's plans for curbing greenhouse gas emissions are insufficient to put Germany on course to meet the goals of the 2015 Paris climate accord.
Environment
Dec 3, 2021
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Everyone over the age of 50 remembers the year in which rubbish piled up in the streets and graves were left undug. With Boney M and Gloria Gaynor dominating the airwaves and "Superman" as the big Christmas movie, there was ...
Economics & Business
Oct 12, 2021
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New research from the Work Foundation and Newcastle University Business School has found that over a quarter of workers across the North of England were still working remotely in 2021, and that hybrid working is set to become ...
Economics & Business
Jul 29, 2021
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Climate services are vital tools for decision makers addressing climate change in developing countries. Science-based seasonal forecasts and accompanying materials can support climate risk management in agriculture, health, ...
Environment
Feb 25, 2021
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Remote working was the most requested but refused accommodation for disabled people in the workplace before the pandemic. Since COVID-19, however, employers have been forced to adapt. A lot of workplaces went online, leading ...
Economics & Business
Jan 14, 2021
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China's delayed carbon trading system will start operating in February, the environment ministry has said, as the world's biggest polluter takes steps towards decarbonising its economy by 2060.
Environment
Jan 6, 2021
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A country's political system—whether it favors cooperation and multiparty coalitions or devolves into fiefdoms rife with competitive fragmentation—can positively or negatively affect trade union membership and influence, ...
Political science
Nov 17, 2020
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Stoke-on-Trent faces an increased threat of poverty and destitution due to the COVID-19 crisis, a new report reveals.
Economics & Business
Jul 14, 2020
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Britain on Monday launched another Brexit advertising blitz and unveiled its first detailed proposals for managing the country's borders after cutting ties with the European Union.
Economics & Business
Jul 14, 2020
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