Oakleaf News
UK Economy Grows By More Than Expected
Published on 27th August 2010 by Melanie Parkes
The construction sector grew by 8.5% in the second quarter
Dent in Economic Confidence Threatens Positive Signs
Published on 23rd August 2010 by Matt Birchley
As predicted in previous reports the UK economic recovery looks set to slow in the second half of the year as a result in a drop in confidence among businesses.
UK Economy moves into Recovery Slow Lane
Published on 2nd August 2010 by Matt Birchley
The pre recess meet between the Chair of the Treasury Andrew Tyrie and Mervyn King (Governor of the Bank of England) has produced potentially ominous results as the meeting essentially confirmed that George Osborne’s dramatic actions have pushed UK economic recovery into the slow lane.
Happy employees equal more productive employees
Published on 12th July 2010 by Matt Birchley
Warwick Business School has produced a new study highlighting the positive impacts of having a happy workforce.
Three quarters of employers 'require 2:1 degree'
Published on 6th July 2010 by James Courtney
Intense competition for graduate jobs means that more than three quarters of employers require at least a 2:1 degree grade, a survey suggests.