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Government announces new digital hub for Manchester

Workplace Insight

Manchester is poised to become a major player in the digital government landscape following a significant land deal announced this week. The state-of-the-art campus will serve as a central hub for approximately 7,000 civil servants, consolidating various digital government departments under one roof. Public domain.

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6 Ways to Improve Employee Mental Health

Zevo Health

Mental stress policies within the construction industry are still sketchy, but it’s urgent to realize that work-related ill health in construction is worse than it seems. UK Government statistics put the economic contribution of the sector’s 2.4 Any of these elements has immense power to undermine mental health.

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‘Levelling up’ development is new home for 1,400 civil servants

Workplace Insight

The UK government has purchased land for the permanent site of the new Darlington Economic Campus as a key part of its so-called levelling up programme. The Darlington Economic Campus (DEC) was established in August 2021 and currently houses 674 government staff.

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UKGBC publishes new guidance on embodied carbon emissions reporting for more rigorous carbon reduction strategy

Workplace Insight

Scope 2 emissions are “indirect”, indicating when the emissions are generated from the purchase of electricity by an organisation. Given that a substantial portion of Scope 3 emissions originates from the embodied carbon of construction projects, achieving alignment and consistency is critical.

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From the Archives: The Bourgeoning Power of US Manufacturers Overseas

Success

It is because of the paramount importance attached to a worldwide trade that this government has taken such unprecedented interest in the Paris Exposition. The Siberian railroad will be virtually American in construction and equipment. The greatness of a nation is built upon its foreign trade.

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How much “Common Sense” have you got?

People Business Psychology

Appeals are made by both government and people closer to home to “use your common sense”. Let alone the government that is in charge. Unconscious influences Clever marketing and canvassing activity can change our purchasing behaviour. Use constructive criticism and take time to think. How much “Common Sense” have you got?

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3 most common Small Business Administration loans—and which type might be good for your business

Ruby

The SBA, a government agency founded to help spur small business economic activity, disburses funding by partnering with private financial institutions such as banks or credit unions. The 7(a) loan is also an appealing option for owners planning to purchase real estate. The SBA regulates CDCs, which administer the SBA part of a loan.