A new website has been launched by the Department for Education and Skills to help schools make links with other countries. The Gateway was developed by the British Council and it allows pupils to learn more about different cultures and be a significant boost to raising standards in the classroom. Schools now have quick and easy access to a wealth of information on developing an international dimension to all aspects of education. 

The administration of Charter Mark, the prestigious award for excellence in public service has been handed over to four contractors. The Cabinet Office retains ownership of the scheme and will continue to promote its benefits to the public sector. 

By Paul Henderson, Sylvia Summer, and Thara Raj.The book provides a foundation for workers from a variety of backgrounds who wish to adopt, or are already using, a community development approach to their work in reducing health inequalities. The content is designed for people who have some responsibility for improving a community’s health and wellbeing, and who are in direct contact with communities. It is not aimed at any one type of professional group, discipline or organisation.