With the clock ticking on Britain's two year negotiation period the Brexit debate is proving far from over. So what could the outcome mean for Britain's rural economy? In this special report Share Radio's Tom Hill looks at the hopes and fears of the country's farming and fishing industries.
Guests: Tom Hill,Guy Smith,Wyn Grant,Alan Hastings
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Original Broadcast: Share Radio Morning
The government has rejected calls to ban employers from forcing women to wear high heels, arguing that existing laws against sex discrimination already outlaw such dress codes. So what can employees do if they're faced with sexist dress codes?
Guests: Beverley Sunderland
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Recently we had another case testing the rights of gig economy workers. Self-employed cycle courier Andrew Boxer took the firm Excel to an employment tribunal arguing that he was a "worker" as defined by the Employment Rights Act - therefore, should get basic rights including holiday pay and the national minimum wage. His claim was backed by the Independent Workers Union of Great Britain and the employment tribunal agreed with him. To find out what rulings such as this will mean for the gig economy Georgie Frost was joined by Kevin Charles, Director of Crosslands Employment Solicitors.
Guests: Kevin Charles
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Original Broadcast: Share Radio Morning
Complicated jargon could be putting many young job seekers off applying to vacancies according to research out today from the City and Guilds group. Terms such as 'fulfillment service' and 'KPIs' are amongst the most confusing with two thirds of young people claiming they don't understand the language used by employers in their job adverts. To find out more Share Radio's Sara Macham spoke to Michael Osbaldeston, special advisor at the City and Guilds Group.
Guests: Sara Macham,Michael Osbaldeston
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Original Broadcast: Share Radio Morning
How happy are you in your job? A recent survey found the average UK employee ranked themselves at 67 out of 100 on the happiness scale, and that four fifths think employers are just as responsible for ensuring happiness at work. To find out what things make us happiest at work Share Radio's Sara Macham spoke to Matt Weston, director at recruitment consultant Robert Half.
Guests: Sara Macham,Matt Weston
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Original Broadcast: Share Radio Morning
Now if you're a manager - looking to shake things up in the office, have you thought about taking a deep breath... ...And trying Mindfulness Author Philip Cox-Hynd reckons it can increase employee motivation and help leaders adapt to the fast evolving workplace. His latest book is Mindfulness and The Art of Change by Choice
Guests: Philip Cox-Hynd
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Original Broadcast: Share Radio Morning
Sue Dougan is joined in the studio by Share Radio's Senior Analyst Ed Bowsher. On today's show they discuss the latest offers in the credit card price war as well as the harmful effects of overwork. Plus the latest predictions for food price inflation in 2017. All these stories and more on The News Review.
Guests: Ed Bowsher
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Original Broadcast: Share Radio Morning
How do you feel after the Brexit vote to leave Europe. Have you thought perhaps about moving abroad? Half of UK young people say they would consider a temporary move to Australia to work post-Brexit. Darrell Todd from thinkingaustralia.com joined Sue Dougan in the studio to talk about a package of new measures aimed to increase Australia’s attractiveness as a destination for young working holiday makers.
Guests: Darrell Todd
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Original Broadcast: Share Radio Morning
It seems young women appear to have the magic touch when it comes to starting successful businesses. According to new research, 'young businesses' run by those women under 35 are three times less likely to make a loss than those owned by over 55's. To get the inside story Sue Dougan was joined by Bianca Miller, Apprentice finalist and founder of The BE Group.
Guests: Bianca Miller
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Original Broadcast: Share Radio Morning
What is a Youtuber? Well, they make videos online for profit. But how do they do it? To find out, Share Radio's Dan Goldsmith spoke to the Food Busker - AKA chef John Quilter.
Guests: John Quilter,Dan Goldsmith
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