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21 November 2008
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SMEs adopt flexible working to beat downturn

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SMEs adopt flexible working to beat downturn

David Woods, 20 November 2008

Almost half (47%) of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are considering implementing flexible working to maintain growth and reduce costs during the economic downturn.

 

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Reduced absence at Wincanton saves GBP 178 per employee

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UK loses allure for eastern European workers

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Employers prefer to hire from their own sector

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Exclusive: Walsh stands her ground on flexible working

Exclusive: Walsh stands her ground on flexible working

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Imelda Walsh, HR director of Sainsbury’s, has robustly defended her recommendation to...

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Stephen Kelly has left his role as director of people at the...

 
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