Privacy in the Office | Who’s Looking Over Your Shoulder When You Read This?!

by Michael Fraser 30th July 2009

Long after the demise of Captain Mainwaring aka Captain Mannering, the great aspiration for many an office worker was to be given their own office.  Many of those with this aspiration that have nearly achieved it feel that they have been swindled. By the time it was nearing their turn to have a private office, [...]

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London’s Car Parking Facilities May Receive a Facelift

by Shashi Kapoor 28th July 2009

Parking featured in our 8 Most Frequently Asked Questions post. With the stance on outer London parking restrictions under review, the potential for boosting the London office market is being examined. The Outer London Commission has published a report that has found that a more flexible approach to parking policies may help strengthen outer London [...]

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The Politics of Working Hours

by Michael Fraser 23rd July 2009

There is a lot more behind the typical employee’s attitude towards working hours than many realise, particualrly in London where many work longer hours and overtime. Flexible working is an accepted method used by many companies, but even where it is in place, the individual may have his or her own ideas about the image [...]

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Are Business Rates Going to Skyrocket? Perhaps it’s Time to Enlist a Ratings Advisor

by Shashi Kapoor 21st July 2009

Thanks to Peter Barber for writing this post.
Rumours have been flying around about what is going to happen to Business rates. The next revaluation for Business Rates is going to take place on the 1st April 2010.  The new assessments will be based upon rental Value at April 2008.
The Government has just announced its preliminary [...]

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Computers Are Bad For Your Health, So Learn Damage Limitation

by Shashi Kapoor 17th July 2009

Chances are, anyone occupying London office space uses computers in most, if not all areas of productivity. We feel that there is an information deficit in the way that many choose to address this. Ergonomic considerations should be made when considering IT infrastructure and the way your office is fitted out.
You’ve probably come across some [...]

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