Archive for JayDoubleU
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Study reveals barriers facing minorities in construction
A study from Salford University into the role of black and minority ethnic (BME) people in construction has reported that misconceptions and a lack of support are preventing the industry from having a diverse workforce.
Only 2% of the two million people in construction are from a BME background whereas 8% of the national workforce is […]
British National Party told to stop publishing ‘The Londoner’ leaflets or face possible legal action
The Mayor Ken Livingstone has told the British National Party it could face legal action if it continues to publish leaflets called ‘The Londoner’.
The British National Party is distributing a leaflet across London, misleadingly titled ‘The Londoner’. The front cover features the headline ‘The changing face of London’ with a photograph of Asian women and […]
Liberal Democrats target FACEBOOK for votes.
BRIAN PADDICK LAUNCHES FACEBOOK CAMPAIGN
Liberal Democrat candidate for Mayor of London, Brian Paddick, is today launching a Facebook campaign to encourage people to sign up and vote in the London Mayoral elections on 1 May 2008
The Liberal Democrats have a long tradition of leading the way on Facebook, with the highest proportion of MPs using […]
HELPING PEOPLE FROM ETHNIC MINORITIES BACK INTO WORK VITALLY IMPORTANT - ALEXANDER
The Liberal Democrats have attacked the Government’s strategy to tackle low levels of employment amongst ethnic minority populations, after an influential independent regulator branded ministers’ efforts as ‘fragmented’ and ‘lacking continuity’.
Commenting on today’s National Audit Office report on employment rates of ethnic minorities, Liberal Democrat Shadow Work and Pensions Secretary, Danny Alexander said:
“It is vitally […]
Stop and search - potential changes must be fully debated
Commenting on the national debate on a review of police stop and account powers, John Roberts, MPA lead member for stop and search scrutiny, said:
“Stop and search and stop and account powers are vital tools in the fight against crime and terrorism, as long as they are used with respect and sensitivity.
“The Metropolitan Police Authority […]
National Awards Launched to Celebrate Employment Success Stories
National awards to celebrate the success of employers, employees and partners involved in Local Employment Partnerships (LEPs) are being launched this week. The awards mark the first full year of a new partnership approach across England, Wales and Scotland to help long-term benefit claimants back into employment.
Over 400 employers have already committed to the government […]
Cash Cow, Mad Cow or Lonely Cow?
Inbox time: Received an email from Shaherah Jordan (I receive quite a lot of emails from her) this one was regarding an interesting article in the Dailymail. I gave £100,000 to my Jamaican toyboy but now he’s gone back to his wife with the money. (Very long headline indeed)
Now I am not one for sensationalism […]
How to: VIP Clubbing for Bloggers (Get in for FREE)
So you got a blog, have you used your new profound status to its fullness? Why not? Starting a blog puts you on the map, you are now an influential person, a roving reporter, people want your opinions, your views (Especially good ones).
Ever wanted to walk into a club VIP style, tired of waiting in […]
Wash away the post christmas blues with a laugh
Just got an email from a friend of mine John Simmit from upfrontcomedy club, a very hard working promoter who works the circuit very well, formerly a member of the telly tubbies and without bias I have been to quite a few of his events and the line up has always left me in tears […]
30Jan2008 | JayDoubleU | 0 comments | Continued
No spring chicken, but certainly not passed it!
A lot of friends my age are continuously looking for nice clubs, wine bars or Dinner Dances. Now we are not spring chickens, but by all means we are not passed it. Looking for a nice soul club or rnb club, a nice well organised dinner dance, a venue where happy people go, you where […]
30Jan2008 | JayDoubleU | 0 comments | Continued