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Government scales back plans for regional office hubs as more people work from home

Workplace Insight

Despite this, the Government Property Agency (GPA), which is overseeing the Senior Civil Service (SCS) relocations, has acknowledged the offices built so far are ‘larger than they originally needed to be’ due to the shift to hybrid working. This flies in the face of the government’s levelling up agenda.

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Government announces new digital hub for Manchester

Workplace Insight

The Government Property Agency (GPA) has exchanged contracts with Manchester City Council (MCC) to acquire five acres of the former Central Retail Park in Ancoats, paving the way for the construction of the Manchester Digital Campus. The post Government announces new digital hub for Manchester appeared first on Workplace Insight.

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Zooming In On Engagement: How Turning Off Your Camera Can Hurt Your Career

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But a valid argument has ensured: workers might be more engaged when their cameras are turned on, as they can see the facial reactions from their peers and managers. We spoke to four workplace leaders and experts to gauge their opinion on the subject. We spoke to four workplace leaders and experts to gauge their opinion on the subject.

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Amsterdam gears up for Workspace Design Show next week

Workplace Insight

This two-day event promises to bring together industry leaders, experts, and innovators to explore the latest trends, insights, and strategies in workplace design and management. Here is a deep dive into the agenda that will be explored in detail at the conference stages next week.

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Boasting about ESG credentials can really put people off a business

Workplace Insight

Efforts by some businesses to promote their environmental and social impact on society are pushing some customers away and risk damaging their reputations, according to a poll conducted by public relations agency, Clearly PR. The post Boasting about ESG credentials can really put people off a business appeared first on Workplace Insight.

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How digital platforms are revolutionising the outplacement experience

Workplace Insight

Now, with employee experience at the top of businesses’ agendas, ensuring the outplacement process is more dynamic, personalised and efficient is a crucial requirement. This impressive platform has been designed by digital experience and technology agency, UNRVLD.

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Embrace the chaos: the office must find a new purpose, conference concludes

Workplace Insight

The focus of the 2-day event (or 3 for those that like golf) was to devise strategies to design, build and manage vibrant and inspiring workplaces that foster the wellbeing and advancement of the individuals and communities they serve, all while promoting social, economic, and environmental sustainability. It’s the electricity in the machine.

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