There's money in rubbish

Article Abstract:

Councils are finding that there are now considerable financial benefits to be obtained from recycling. Waste newspaper is now in strong demand as newsprint prices have risen sharply over recent months, and councils can receive 30-35 pounds sterling a tonne, whereas they previously received very little. Waste paper merchants are now encouraging councils to step up their recycling efforts, as they believe that demand will remain high for the foreseeable future. Recycling other waste materials is also becoming more cost-effective as landfill costs rise.

Economic aspects, Recycling (Waste, etc.), Recycling

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Fixed ideas about top managers' contracts

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A Local Government Management Board survey showed that 90 out of 373 local authorities used fixed-term contracts, which limit commitment to staff in direct service organisations, keep high-flyers for a definite period and give the opportunity of removing obstructive chief officers. Nalgo, the local government union, is against fixed-term contracts as they encourage instability and prefer suitable training. The Institution of Professionals, Managers and Specialists in the civil service feels that they weaken morale.

Human resource management, Employment, Employee selection, Municipal services

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A very public success

Article Abstract:

NHS trusts, local authorities and other public bodies have considerably improved the fraud detection record of their internal audit sections over recent years, according to a report by the leading accountancy firms. These firms believe that large plcs should now consider creating corporate governance committees made up of non-executive directors, receiving reports from internal auditors. Companies should also invest more heavily in combatting commercial fraud.

Analysis, Internal auditing

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