Health and Safety in Scotland: what you need to know

Health and Safety in Scotland: what you need to know

In the 2022-2023 period, there were 35.2 million days lost due to self-reported work-related illness or workplace injury for people working in Great Britain according to the Labour Force Survey.[1] That works out at an average of 1.31 days per worker. Although this is a reduction from previous years, it…

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Blog: Will you still need me, will you still feed me..?

If you were born when The Beatles hit the big time, you’d be around 60 today, roughly sharing your age with the likes of Tom Cruise and George Clooney. While this can be a time of continued fulfilling work or early retirement, secure housing and comfortable finances for some, nearly…

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The Herbert Protocol: A Lifeline for any Missing Person with Dementia

The Herbert Protocol is a vital tool designed to help families and carers of any missing person with dementia. It coined its named after George Herbert, a Normandy landings war veteran with dementia. He went missing and tragically passed away in 2011 whilst looking for his childhood home. The protocol…

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The Making of Modern Edinburgh

Donald Anderson is a former leader of Edinburgh’s city council. He says that, during his time in office, he was “unashamedly pro-development”. Here, he reflects on the recent history of a city that he believes has grown substantially in stature and where development and investment have transformed the fortunes of…

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Take Part in the College Innovation Network Survey

Due to the ever-changing landscape of business, technology, education and economy – innovation is the key to Scotland achieving its aims as a nation. Colleges are uniquely placed to help the younger generation, adult learners and businesses start their innovation journey. The College Innovation Network needs your help, please can you complete…

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Why You Need HR Policies and Procedures

INTRODUCTION HR policies and procedures play a pivotal role in shaping a company’s culture, maintaining compliance, and ensuring fair and consistent treatment of employees. They are the foundation of any organisation’s HR framework. HR policies define the rules and guidelines that govern employee behaviour and expectations. In this blog post,…

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Mastering Data Migration

Introduction In today’s fast-paced business environment, data migration has become an essential undertaking for an organisation aiming to keep up with technology advancements, achieve operational efficiency, and stay competitive. The successful execution of a data migration project can be a game changer, while failure can have far-reaching consequences. In this…

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