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The 1980s play Six Degrees Of Separation is undergoing a revival at the Old Vic in London. In the play a New York couple believe that they are going to be given parts in a film directed by the actor Sidney Poitier. Their paths and his have crossed, or so they believe, through an unlikely series of connections. (more…)
In a bid to reduce the demand on public funds the CBI are proposing that students personally contribute much more to the costs of their education. Students are arguing that this would result in far fewer people entering higher education. Both sides have a case. However the real issue is not the cost of higher education, but its purpose. (more…)
A report out today takes an optimistic view of the future of the insurance industry. Traditionally sitting at the less glamorous end of the financial services spectrum, insurance companies have remained stable through the credit crunch whilst other city institutions have been in disarray. So what are the prospects for employment in insurance, and is it an area for job seekers with a financial background to target?
July and August are always lean times for job hunting and this year promises to be even leaner. If you are out of work and the imperative to find a job is urgent then this promises to be a difficult period. Unless you recognise the constraints of the season and adjust your job hunting routine accordingly.
For many job seekers this is the toughest job market they will ever have known. Old hands know that everything passes, even recessions, but that is no comfort when there are few jobs out there, and every application you make goes unanswered, or is met by a rejection. (more…)