In advance of next Wednesday’s Comprehensive Spending Review, research by recruitment consultants Badenoch & Clark has found that morale amongst public sector workers has hit an all time low.

The survey, conducted last week, revealed over a fifth of those working in the public sector have no idea what to expect in next Wednesday’s Review, whilst one in five said they were expecting significant job losses. A further quarter said they were concerned that job losses would leave their department hugely under resourced. A sixth of workers thought there would be no job losses but the cuts would have further impacts on morale.

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A record number of public sector workers are turning to part time work to battle the effects of the recent pay freeze, according to catalogue firm Kleeneze.

Kleeneze have reported a 200% per cent increase in enquires from teachers, council workers and medical practitioners who are looking to explore other work opportunities in order to make some much needed extra income.

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This programme is now available to view on localgov.tv the online television channel for public service modernisation. Roy Lilley, the former NHS Chairman, broadcaster and writer, explores the benefits and pitfalls of setting up and working in a social enterprise.

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