This report outlines findings from a survey to establish trends in the provision of day care for children under eight prepared for the Department for Children, Schools and Families.The number of registered full day care providers has increased from 11,811 in 2005 to 12,694 in 2006, continuing the trend from 2001. Two-thirds of providers are managed by a private sector organisation. This figure has increased from 59 per cent in 2005. The number of Ofsted registered places has increase by 33,200 to 544,200

Read more on CHILDCARE AND EARLY YEARS PROVIDERS SURVEY 2006…

Two years after the first community interest companies were founded they are delivering an increasing range of services and ploughing profits back into the community. The companies are pursuing social objectives and contributing to the success of the social enterprise movement and its expansion.

Read more on COMMUNITY INTEREST COMPANIES MAKE THEIR MARK…

A survey of attitudes of public sector employees shows that managers in national and local government need to focus more on securing commitment and to put greater effort into staff development to improve employee engagement. The report also challenges HR professionals to take a more proactive role in supporting managers.

Read more on PUBLIC SERVICES FAILING TO GET STAFF ENGAGEMENT…