Archives for September 10th, 2009

PARENTS SAY POLITICIANS DON’T MEET THEIR EXPECTATIONS ON EDUCATION

Headlines, PublicNet: 10 September, 2009

Most parents believe politicians do not know a great deal about education, according to research published today. The study by the education charity, Edge, reveals that parents feel they are misunderstood by politicians and that those in power do not represent their wishes in relation to education.

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PM URGES COUNCILS TO MOVE FAST TO USE FUNDING FOR NEW HOMES

Headlines, PublicNet: 10 September, 2009

The Prime Minister wants English local councils to move fast to make the best use of Government funding for 2,000 new council houses. The 127 million pounds was announced on the day that the Audit Commission criticised councils for putting too much emphasis on building new homes rather than recognising the benefits of improving existing housing.

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MANAGING

Book News, PublicNet: 10 September, 2009

By Henry Mintzberg

A half century ago Peter Drucker put management on the map. Leadership has since pushed it off. But “instead of distinguishing managers from leaders,” Henry Mintzberg writes, “we should be seeing managers as leaders, and leadership as management practiced well.” Mintzberg aims to restore management to its proper place: front and center.

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