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UNION MODERNISATION FUND

Wales TUC: equal at work. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Case study on individual Union Modernisation Fund (UMF) round one project. Aimed to assess what its 49 affiliated unions were already doing in Wales to promote equality, promote and raise awareness among stakeholders about new and existing equality rights for workers and about the new public duties to promote equality, increase the capacity of trade union reps to bargain for equality and challenge discrimination, and develop a Wales trade union network of lead equality officers and key equality agencies.

Internet only 		09/54130-11-2009 A4
12 Pages
Wall's ice cream. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Case study on the way that Walls have implemented information and consultation arrangements in the UK.

Internet only 		07/75405-03-2007 A4
3 Pages
Want a better understanding of your rights at work? [paternity rights poster].

Promotes paternity rights guidance. See the leaflet (URN 10/618) for further information.

In stock 		10/62018-02-2010 A3
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PAY AND WORK RIGHTS

Want to know more about your pay and work rights? You have a powerful friend [poster].

Double-sided poster that promotes and explains the scope of the pay and work rights helpline.

In stock 		10/69423-02-2010 A4
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PAY AND WORK RIGHTS

Want to know more about your rights at work? You have a powerful friend [Bengali]. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Bengali language version of URN 09/1225. Gives basic guidance on pay and work rights, and signposts to information available from the helpline on 0800 917 2368.

In stock 		09/122801-10-2009 A5
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PAY AND WORK RIGHTS

Want to know more about your rights at work? You have a powerful friend [Bulgarian]. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Bulgarian language version of URN 09/1225. Gives basic guidance on pay and work rights, and signposts to information available from the helpline on 0800 917 2368.

In stock 		09/122901-10-2009 A5
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PAY AND WORK RIGHTS

Want to know more about your rights at work? You have a powerful friend [Gujarati]. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Gujarati language version of URN 09/1225. Gives basic guidance on pay and work rights, and signposts to information available from the helpline on 0800 917 2368.

Internet only 		09/123001-10-2009 A5
8 Pages

PAY AND WORK RIGHTS

Want to know more about your rights at work? You have a powerful friend [Hindi]. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Hindi language version of URN 09/1225. Gives basic guidance on pay and work rights, and signposts to information available from the helpline on 0800 917 2368.

Internet only 		09/123101-10-2009

PAY AND WORK RIGHTS

Want to know more about your rights at work? You have a powerful friend [Punjabi]. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Punjabi language version of URN 09/1225. Gives basic guidance on pay and work rights, and signposts to information available from the helpline on 0800 917 2368.

Internet only 		09/123701-10-2009 A5
8 Pages

PAY AND WORK RIGHTS

Want to know more about your rights at work? You have a powerful friend [Russian]. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Russian language version of URN 09/1225. Gives basic guidance on pay and work rights, and signposts to information available from the helpline on 0800 917 2368.

Internet only 		09/123901-10-2009 A5
8 Pages

PAY AND WORK RIGHTS

Want to know more about your rights at work? You have a powerful friend [Urdu]. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Urdu language version of URN 09/1225. Gives basic guidance on pay and work rights, and signposts to information available from the helpline on 0800 917 2368.

Internet only 		09/124201-10-2009 A5
8 Pages

PAY AND WORK RIGHTS

Want to know more about your rights at work? You have a powerful friend. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Gives basic guidance on pay and work rights, and signposts to information available from the helpline on 0800 917 2368. See URN 09/1255 for the employer's guide.

In stock 		09/122522-09-2009 A5
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Warning requirement for toys containing magnets: consultation on proposals to implement the European Commission decision on safety warnings for toys containing magnets. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Closed consultation on implementing a European Commission decision under Article 13 of the General Product Safety Directive (2001/95/EC). This will require all toys containing magnets of an ingestible shape and size, and which are accessible to children, to carry a warning about the risk magnets pose to health and safety when swallowed or inhaled. Consultation period ended 16 May 2008. See Government response URN 08/979.

Internet only 		08/77902-04-2008 A4
33 Pages
Warning! Regulated information: a guide for policy-makers. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Sets out four simple principles to follow when considering requiring third party organisations such as business to provide information to consumers, or reviewing the effectiveness of existing requirements. Aims to help policy makers consider whether information is appropriate and ensure information requirements achieve their objectives, while minimising costs.

In stock 		07/157305-11-2007 20.5 x 20.5 cm
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Warning: too much information can harm. A final report by the Better Regulation Executive and National Consumer Council on maximising the positive impact of regulated information for consumers and markets. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

A joint report from the Better Regulation Executive and the National Consumer Council looking at how to maximise the positive impact of regulated information for consumers and markets. See URN 07/1574 for the Government response.

In stock 		07/155315-11-2007 A4
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Warning: too much information can harm. An interim report by the Better Regulation Executive and National Consumer Council on maximising the positive impact of regulated information for consumers and markets. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

A joint report from the Better Regulation Executive and the National Consumer Council looking at how to maximise the positive impact of regulated information for consumers and markets. See final report URN 07/1553 and Government response 07/1574.

In stock 		07/127225-07-2007 A4
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The Waste Batteries and Accumulators Regulations 2009: Government guidance notes. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Guidance intended to help those placing batteries and accumulators, or products that may contain or incorporate batteries and accumulators, on the UK market, to understand the application of the Regulations. Also for those that sell portable batteries to consumers, and those collecting, treating, recycling or exporting waste batteries, who have obligations under the Regulations.

Internet only 		09/87812-05-2009 A4
56 Pages
The waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and restriction of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS) directives: responses to the discussion paper of 28 March 2003. Executive summary and comment. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Summary, overview and initial reactions to the responses to the discussion paper on the WEEE & RoHS directives (URN 03/811).

Internet only 		03/190431-07-2003 A4
8 Pages
Waste electrical and electronic equipment directive (WEEE): conclusions of implementation review, supplementary paper. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

A detailed policy paper produced by the WEEE Implementation to underpin the high level recommendations made on the 27th March 2006. As part of the informal consultation stakeholders were invited to consider the paper and submit their comments to a dedicated mailbox.

Internet only 		06/145727-06-2006 A4
18 Pages
Waste electrical and electronic equipment directive (WEEE): conclusions of implementation review. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

A high level policy paper produced by the WEEE Implementation Team to outline the key proposals for implementing the WEEE Directive.

Internet only 		06/145627-06-2006 A4
10 Pages
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations (WEEE). Progress report: December 2007. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Report summarising progress made in the development of the UK WEEE system and the main provisions contained within the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Amendment) Regulations 2007 (the amending Regulations).

Internet only 		07/173414-12-2007 A4
7 Pages
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations: Government consultation on new regulations and further development of the supporting infrastructure to take effect from the fourth compliance period (1 January - 31 December 2010 onwards). (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Closed consultation, including impact assessment and draft regulations. Invites views on the Government’s proposals to amend the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations 2006 as amended by the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (Amendment) Regulations 2007. Consultation period ended 6 April 2009.

In stock 		09/56406-02-2009 A4
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Waste electrical and electronic equipment.

Factsheet giving information on the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment including government and industry contacts.

In stock 		03/90830-08-2002 A4
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Waste management guide: a guide to technologies and services from the UK [Chinese version].

Chinese language version of the guide to the UK waste management sector. English version is URN 06/2221.

In stock 		07/161601-11-2007 A4
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Waste management guide: a guide to technologies and services from the UK.

Guide to the UK waste management sector.

In stock 		06/222101-12-2006 A4
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The way ahead: a strategy for copyright in the digital age. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Sets out the policies for the UK approach to copyright in the digital age. Looks ahead to how copyright can tackle the challenges of the digital age, drawing on previous work including Digital Britain (09/1026) and the Gowers review of intellectual property, on international perspectives including the European Commission’s and on discussions and submissions from stakeholders.

Internet only 		09/152328-10-2009 A4
54 Pages
WEEE business user factsheet: new rules for the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

New rules for business end users of electrical and electronic equipment on the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) regulations.

Internet only 		07/133911-09-2007 A4
2 Pages
WEEE consultation part I: draft implementation of directives 2002/96/EC and 203/108/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Closed consultation on the implementation of directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment. Consultation period ended 17 October 2006.

Internet only 		06/132925-07-2006 A4
38 Pages
WEEE consultation part II: draft guidance to the waste electrical and electronic equipment regulations. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Explains the UK Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations (the WEEE regulations). Covers the obligations that the regulations place on producers and distributors of electrical and electronic equipment in the UK market.

Internet only 		06/133025-07-2006 A4
80 Pages
WEEE consultation part III: partial regulatory impact assessment for the WEEE regulations. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Outlines the potential costs, benefits and risks to the UK as a result of the draft SI.

Internet only 		06/133125-07-2006 A4
44 Pages
WEEE consultation response: summary of responses and government response to fourth consultation on implementation of directives 2002/96/EC and 2003/108/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Analysis of responses to the final consultation exercise launched on 25 July 2006 (URN 06/1330). The consultation follows a review of the implementation of the WEEE directive.

Internet only 		06/219612-12-2006 A4
41 Pages
WEEE consultation: final regulatory impact assessment for the WEEE regulations. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Final regulatory impact assessment for the consultation on the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment regulations December 2006.

Internet only 		06/220614-12-2006 A4
45 Pages
WEEE Regulations 2006: Government guidance notes. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

November 2009 guidance explaining the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations 2009, who it affects and how they can understand and fully comply with their obligations.

In stock 		09/144604-01-2010 A4
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WEEE settlement centre: guidance notes. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Guidance for principal users on accessing and using the waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) settlement centre system.

Internet only 		08/65125-02-2008 A4
34 Pages
WEEE: distributor factsheet. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

New rules for distributors of electrical and electronic equipment on the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) regulations.

Internet only 		07/116804-07-2007 A4
2 Pages
The Weights and Measures (Packages Goods) Regulations 2006: guidance note. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

An aid to understanding the requirements of the Weights and Measures (Packages Goods) Regulations 2006 which set out the regime for the average system of quantity control applied to packaged goods.

Internet only 		07/134314-08-2007 A4
32 Pages
Weights and measures: consultation on consolidating and simplifying the food orders. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Seeks views on the proposed simplification of weights and measures food regulation which aims to protect consumers against being sold short weight or measure foods and alcoholic drinks. Consultation period ended 4 January 2005.

Internet only 		04/172112-10-2004 A4
62 Pages

MENTAL CAPITAL AND WELLBEING PROJECT

Wellbeing and work: future challenges. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Report on the findings from ‘Wellbeing and work’. This is one of five areas of the project on mental capital and wellbeing which aims to advise the Government on how to achieve the best possible mental development and mental wellbeing for everyone in the UK in the future. It draws on a number of reviews of the state-of-the-art of science commissioned by the project.

In stock 		102-08-FO/ON22-10-2008 A4
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WERS 98 main survey questionnaires. Part A: management questionnaire. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

The interview with the manager was carried out using Computer Aided Personal Interviewing (CAPI). The survey ‘instrument’ is, therefore, a computer programme, the structure of which is not as straightforward as a conventional pen and paper questionnaire. Subsequently, the purpose of this document is to make the understanding of what went on when a manager was interviewed as easy as possible, in a paper format, for both the interested observer and the researcher who intends to analyse the data in more detail. It is presented in two parts the first being an account of every question asked in the interview. This is followed by a precise description of the routing rules upon which the interview hangs.

Internet only 		98/123901-01-1998 A4
104 Pages
WERS 98 main survey questionnaires. Part B: worker representative questionnaire. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

The interview with the worker representative was carried out using Computer Aided Personal Interviewing (CAPI). The survey ‘instrument’ is, therefore, a computer programme, the structure of which is not as straightforward as a conventional pen and paper questionnaire. Subsequently, the purpose of this document is to make the understanding of what went on when a worker representative was interviewed as easy as possible, in a paper format, for both the interested observer and the researcher who intends to analyse the data in more detail. It is presented in two parts the first being an account of every question asked in the interview. This is followed by a precise description of the routing rules upon which the interview hangs.

Internet only 		98/124001-01-1998 A4
45 Pages
WERS98: panel questionnaire. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Panel questionnaire used for the 1998 Workplace Employee Relations Survey.

Internet only 		98/124130-06-1998 A4
3 Pages

DIGITAL ECONOMY BILL

What the [Digital Economy] Bill means for photographers. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Explains the implications of the Digital Economy Bill's provisions on copyright modernisation for professional photographers. Covers provisions to create regulated schemes for licensed use of orphan works and extended licensing by collecting societies.

Internet only 		10/77602-03-2010 A4
3 Pages
What are knowledge transfer networks? (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Flyer describing the objectives and contact details for knowledge transfer networks.

Internet only 		06/219305-12-2006 A4
2 Pages
What happens when you are interviewed by the official receiver. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Guidance on the official receiver interview process. Provides responses to frequently asked questions about the process and timescales of bankruptcy and compulsory liquidation.

In stock 		10/80729-03-2010 1/3 A4
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What is a package? A guidance note for travel organisers. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

A guidance note for UK travel organisers as to what constitutes a 'package' in package holiday terms. See also Government response URN 08/536 to consultation 07/1060 on this issue.

Internet only 		08/57024-01-2008 A4
11 Pages
What shapes the research agenda in agricultural biotechnology? (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Report by the Agricultural and Environement Biotechnology Commission (AEBC) on how research priorities are determined and the implications for future public research in the UK. (Available in hard copy as part of pack URN 05/1079).

Internet only 		05/107828-04-2005 A4
25 Pages
What shapes the research agenda in agricultural biotechnology? Analysis of responses to written consultation. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Summarises the responses received to the consultation, and attempts to identify themes and areas of interest from them. One of five modules contributing to the Agriculture and Environmental Biotechnology Commission (AEBC) final report.

Internet only 		05/108322-04-2005 A4
20 Pages
What shapes the research agenda in agricultural biotechnology? A consultation with the general public and stakeholders. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Short summary report for a public and stakeholder engagement exercise conducted as one of five modules contributing to the Agriculture and Environmental Biotechnology Commission (AEBC) final report.

Internet only 		05/108622-04-2005 A4
28 Pages
What shapes the research agenda in agricultural biotechnology? Information and analysis paper. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Preliminary analysis and broad observations on the key drivers and mechanisms used to take them into account in setting priorities. One of five modules contributing to the Agriculture and Environmental Biotechnology Commission (AEBC) final report.

Internet only 		05/108222-04-2005 A4
50 Pages
What shapes the research agenda in agricultural biotechnology? Plant breeding case study. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Looks at changes to the structure and nature of plant breeding research in the UK, and the reasons behind this. One of five modules contributing to the Agriculture and Environmental Biotechnology Commission (AEBC) final report.

Internet only 		05/108422-04-2005 A4
21 Pages
What shapes the research agenda in agricultural biotechnology? Soil science case study. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Focuses on one area of research in order to identify the important influences on that field of research, and explore the implication of these drivers for the research agenda in that area. One of five modules contributing to the Agriculture and Environmental Biotechnology Commission (AEBC) final report.

Internet only 		05/108522-04-2005 A4
16 Pages
What to do if your work affects service businesses: guidance for departments and competent authorities on the Provision of Service Regulations 2009. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Guidance to help Government departments and other competent authorities understand their obligations under the Provisions of Services Regulations 2009, which implement the EU Services Directive in the UK.

Internet only 		10/56804-02-2010 A4
74 Pages
What will happen to my bank account? Information about your bank account when you are made bankrupt. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Covers the questions you are most likely to ask about your bank account if you made bankrupt.

In stock 		08/76228-03-2008 1/3 A4
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What will happen to my home? Information about your home when bankruptcy occurs. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Answers to frequently asked questions on what will happen to your home if you are made bankrupt.

In stock 		10/67415-02-2010 1/3 A4
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What will happen to my pension. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Provides answers to the questions you are most likely to ask about your pension if you are made bankrupt.

In stock 		10/83223-04-2010 1/3 A4
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What's the future made of? Materials for a modern world. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Companion report to 'A Strategy for Materials' (URN 06/651) aimed at promoting the materials industry to young people.

Internet only 		06/189019-10-2006 A4
20 Pages

MANAGING CASHFLOW GUIDES

When all else fails. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Provides straightforward and speedy advice for when all else fails. Includes a checklist and top tips.

Internet only 		08/145017-11-2008 A4
4 Pages

MANAGING CASHFLOW GUIDES

When cash runs short. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Provides straightforward and speedy advice for when cash runs short. Includes a checklist and top tips.

Internet only 		08/144917-11-2008 A4
4 Pages
When will my bankruptcy end? Information on discharge from bankruptcy. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Answers to common questions on discharge from bankruptcy, the process that takes away the restrictions of bankruptcy and releases a bankrupt person from most of the debts they owed at the date the bankruptcy order was made.

In stock 		09/79421-04-2009 1/3 A4
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MANAGING CASHFLOW GUIDES

When your customer goes bust. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Provides straightforward and speedy advice for when your customer goes bust. Includes a checklist and top tips.

Internet only 		08/145117-11-2008 A4
4 Pages

RESEARCH PAPER

Who is heading for HE? Young people’s perceptions of, and decisions about, higher education. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Research paper no. 3. Report for BIS by the Institute of Employment Studies. Explores the attitudes and intentions among young people in England towards higher education. Focuses on results of the longitudinal study of young people in England wave 4, consisting of face-to-face interviews during spring and summer 2007 with around 11,000 young people predominantly aged 17.

Internet only 		09/116615-09-2009 A4
169 Pages
Why should business commit itself to standards making? A manufacturing association’s view. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

One of Britain’s most successful manufacturing sectors, the Processing and Packaging Machinery Association (PPMA), explains why it has firmly committed itself to standards making.

Internet only 		54-08-I/ON26-11-2002 A4
7 Pages

RESEARCH PAPER

Widening participation: synthesis of international evidence. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Research paper no. 2. Report for BIS by the Institute for Policy Studies in Education, London Metropolitan University. Provides a synthesis of international evidence on widening participation and demonstrates within initiatives might be most applicable and useful in an English context.

Internet only 		09/116515-09-2009 A4
204 Pages
Winning aid-funded business: EDF.

Advises UK companies how to win project work under the European Commission's Development Fund external aid programme.

In stock 		05/101731-03-2005 A4
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Winning aid-funded business: the European Commission.

General overview of tendering for projects funded by the EU's external aid arm; 'EuropeAid' and EDF.

In stock 		07/162310-12-2007 A4
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Winning aid-funded business: MEDA.

Advice for UK companies on how to win project work under the European Commission's MEDA external aid programme. MEDA is the principal financial instrument of the EU for the implementation of the Euro-Mediterranean Partnership activities.

In stock 		05/104131-03-2005 A4
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Winning aid-funded business: the regional development banks.

Guide advising UK companies how to win project work under the regional multilateral aid agencies aid programmes.

In stock 		05/104331-03-2005 A4
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Winning aid-funded business: United Nations guide.

General overview on the work of all the United Nations agencies.

In stock 		06/215410-05-2007 A4
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Winning aid-funded business: the World Bank Group.

Guide to help exporting firms, contractors and consultants understand the essential basics of bidding and winning World Bank aid-funded contracts.

In stock 		04/86131-03-2004 A4
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Wireless telecoms developments in China and Korea.

August 2007 report from a UK Trade & Investment mission to Korea and China in March 2007. The mission sought to explore developments in the wireless telecoms industry and ecosystems in these countries over the past three years.

In stock 		07/141830-09-2007 A4
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Women in the IT industry. Phase 2 research: how to retain women in the IT industry. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Examination of the reasons why women aged over 45 and women in senior roles in the IT Industry has they left or are contemplating leaving the industry and ask what might change their mind and persuade them to stay.

Internet only 		05/134005-08-2005 A4
88 Pages
Women in the IT industry: towards a business case for diversity. Interim report. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Interim (January 2005) report on the recruitment and retention of women in the IT industry.

Internet only 		04/184031-01-2005 A4
84 Pages
Women in IT scorecard: a definitive up to date evidence base for data and commentary on women in IT employment and education. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Gives an analysis of the low female representation levels in the IT workforce and then follows this issue back to the apparent reluctance of females to take computer science or IT related subjects at higher and secondary education levels. Aims to provide a robust evidence base for the facts behind the trends, to demonstrate differences in the participation rates between the genders and to present an analysis of these trends and the current situation to inform policy debate and future action by the partners and their communities.

Internet only 		09/148123-03-2009 A4
47 Pages
Women in ITEC courses and careers. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

An assessment of women's participation in ITEC in the UK and other nations.

Internet only 		01/176730-11-2001 A4
159 Pages
Women's business ownership: recent research and policy developments. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Report to Small Business Service which aims to provide an assessment of recent research into women's business ownership. See URN 06/2111 for executive summary.

Internet only 		06/211015-11-2006 A4
96 Pages
Women's business ownership: recent research and policy developments. Executive summary. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Executive summary of main report (URN 06/2110) which aims to provide an assessment of recent research into women's business ownership.

Internet only 		06/211115-11-2006 A4
16 Pages

REPORT TO THE SMALL BUSINESS SERVICE

Women's business ownership: a review of the academic, popular and internet literature. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

The objective of this review is to present a detailed analysis of the research and popular literature on women entrepreneurs. The review includes an appraisal of the academic research, the popular literature and internet based information sources.

Internet only 		01/154630-08-2001 A4
116 Pages
Wood.

Factsheet giving information on the recycling of wood including government and industry contacts.

In stock 		03/90730-08-2002 A4
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Wool levy account 2005 - 2006 [HC 1559].

House of Commons paper: 2005-06: 1559. Accounts prepared under section 9(4) of the Industrial Organisation & Development Act 1947 for the year ended 31 March 2006.

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The Work And Families (Increase Of Maximum Amount) Order 2009: final impact assessment. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Impact assessment on the Government's decision to raise the statutory redundancy payment from £350 to £380. It aims to help those being made redundant without placing undue burdens on employers and the Exchequer.

Internet only 		09/100504-06-2009 A4
24 Pages
Work And Families Act 2006 evaluation report. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Preliminary assessment of the Work and Families Act 2006, prepared for submission to the House of Commons Business, Innovation and Skills Committee. Assesses the package of measures introduced by the Act to: improve statutory rights to leave and pay in connection with the birth or adoption of children, increase in the maximum amount of a week's pay for redundancy payments extend the right to request flexible working to carers of adults, increase workers' entitlement to annual leave.

Internet only 		10/84429-03-2010 A4
55 Pages
Work and Families Act 2006: draft flexible working regulations. Summary of responses and Government response to the 2006 consultation. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Government's response to the public consultation on regulations being amended to reflect changes brought about by the Work and Families Act 2006 (URN 06/707).

Internet only 		06/206809-11-2006 A4
40 Pages
Work and families. Additional paternity leave and pay administration consultation: summary of responses. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Summary of responses the additional paternity pay and leave administration consultation (URN 06/639) which closed on 31 March 2007.

Internet only 		07/148407-10-2007 A4
10 Pages
Work and families: additional paternity leave and pay administration. Government response to consultation. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Government response to additional paternity leave and pay administration consultation (URN 07/788), which closed on 3 August 2007.

Internet only 		08/58005-02-2008 A4
22 Pages
Work and families: choice and flexibility. Addendum to draft regulations on maternity allowance, statutory maternity, adoption and paternity pay. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Addendum to draft regulations concerning maternity, adoption and paternity pay.

Internet only 		06/92531-01-2006 A4
9 Pages
Work and families: choice and flexibility. Additional paternity leave and pay consultation summary of responses to consultation. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Summary of responses to the additional paternity leave and pay consultation (URN 06/639).

Internet only 		06/171607-08-2006 A4
17 Pages
Work and families: choice and flexibility. Additional paternity leave and pay: Government response to consultation. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Government response to consultation URN 06/639. Part of the Work and Families Act 2006.

Internet only 		06/205122-11-2006 A4
42 Pages
Work and families: choice and flexibility. Draft regulations on maternity and adoption leave and flexible working. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Closed consultation. Draft regulations concerning maternity and adoption leave and flexible working published for comment by stakeholders. Consultation period ended 18 April 2006.

In stock 		06/70731-01-2006 A4
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Work and families: choice and flexibility. Government response to public consultation. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Government response to the work and families consultation on choice and flexibility which closed on 25 May 2005.

Internet only 		05/129819-10-2005 A4
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Work and families: choice and flexibility. Regulatory impact assessment. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

RIA to support consultation document (05/847) on implementing commitments in the December 2004 ten year strategy for childcare on pay and leave for parents and flexible working.

Internet only 		05/84828-02-2005 A4
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Work and families: choice and flexibility. Regulatory impact assessments October 2005. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Provides an overview of the contents of the full Regulatory Impact Assessment. This RIA consists of six elements covering each of the proposals on which the Government consulted and which it is planning to take forward.

Internet only 		05/158519-10-2005 A4
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Work and families: choice and flexibility: additional paternity leave and pay. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Closed consultation. A follow-up to the work and families choice and flexibility consultation (March 05) and also the government response to the consultation in October 2005. Seeks view on key aspects of how the proposed additional paternity leave and pay scheme will work in practice. Consultation period ended 31 May 2006.

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Work and families: choice and flexibility: a consultation document. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Closed consultation. Consults on implementation of government's commitments in the December 2004 ten year strategy for childcare on pay and leave for parents and flexible working. Consultation period ended 25 May 2005.

Internet only 		05/84728-02-2005 A4
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Work skills [Cm 7415]. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Command paper 7415. Sets out the Government's plan to help people develop higher and new skills in order to improve their prospects in the employment market through more integrated and responsive employment and skills services. Joint command paper from DIUS and the Department for Work and Pensions.

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EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS RESEARCH SERIES

Working long hours: a review of the evidence. Volume 1 main report. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Employment Relations Research Series no. 16. Long hours working is more common in the UK than most other EU countries, but quite similar to the US, Australia and Japan. Excessive long hours working is associated with (though not proved to cause) lower productivity, poor work performance, health problems and low employee motivation.

Internet only 		03/122817-11-2003 A4
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EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS RESEARCH SERIES

Working long hours: a review of the evidence. Volume 2 case studies (and appendices). (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Employment Relations Research Series no. 16. Working long hours case studies. Accompanies volume 1, URN 03/1228

Internet only 		03/122917-11-2003 A4
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Working with the European Union: a practical guide to the EU. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

A guide to European Union institutions and processes, the opportunities and support it can offer business, consumers and employees. It also signposts additional sources of information.

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EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS RESEARCH SERIES

Work-life policies in Great Britain: what works, where and how? (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Employment Relations Research Series no 77. Examines the provision and effects of work-life balance policies, using data from the 2004 workplace employment relations survey (WERS).

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Workplace employment relations survey (WERS) 2004: cross-section management questionnaire (MQ). (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

The 2004 WERS management questionnaire updated to show the questions that are proposed should not be asked in 2011 and those where some modifications are proposed. This annotated questionnaire should be read alongside the 'Review of the workplace employment relations survey: management questionnaire (MQ)' (URN 10/599). See also related consultation documents on employees (10/600), on workplace representatives (10/651), and the response form (10/609). Relates to a consultation that closed 17 March 2010. See 10/1120 for the consultation report.

Internet only 		10/60201-02-2010 A4
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The workplace employment relations survey 2004 [survey of employees questionnaire]. (PDF) (link opens in a new window)

Questionnaire for a national survey of people at work. Seeks employees views about their job and workplace.

Internet only 		04/215401-01-2004 A4
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