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The IoD (Institute of Directors) recently carried out a study of it members and was shocked to learn that 71% believe that the literacy of their newest recruits has declined and that 60% believe that numeracy skills have fallen too. Even basic communication skills were thought to got worse.

This concern from employers needs to be listened to by the government and education authorities and it is quite clear that something needs to be done about it

Jill Knight, the schools minister said: “We are tackling employers’ concerns head on with the biggest education reform for generations.”

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According to a recent CBI report, jobs sharing has increased by 55% and flexi time has increased by 45% since 2004. 95% of employers are now reported to be offering some sort of flexible working practice.

Job sharing can be a practical return to work policy, creating a smooth transition back to the work place after periods away from work such as maternity.

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Boost your confidence, meet new people, bolster your cv and meet a range of new and interesting people. There are literally thousands of organisations and charities in need of your expertise and enthusiasm, if you have some spare time, then donate it! There are many online resources such s do-it-org.uk and timebank.org.uk where thousands of opportunities are available.

Roles vary as widely as donating a couple of hours a week to mentor a teenager to working as a teacher in Ghana teaching IT skills for several months. So if you are struggling for work or you would like to give something back then you can always consider volunteer jobs.

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