The divide between the information ‘haves’ and ‘have nots’is widening, but Manchester City Council is reversing the trend. 

As the number of jobless people falls below the one million mark, for the first time in 25 years, new measures are announced to get people into work. The New Deal jobs scheme, which has so far helped 270,000 young people find employment, will be extended to groups including lone parents and people with disabilities. 

Mavin S, Bryans PThe International Journal of Public Sector Management, (UK), 2000 Vol 13 No 2
Start page: 142. No of pages: 11
Investigates partnership arrangements with public sector organizations, pinpointing the potential benefits of such partnerships. Describes the role that universities can play in creating a learning environment, encouraging public sector organizations to think critically about their operations.