Totton: Hampshire town to get retailer and jobs « Result #1 on Dec 1, 2009, 3:11pm »
The recession has forced so many retailers to close up shop. Have you noticed vacant outlets in your local shopping area? Someone told me the other day, that they read about a town (I can’t remember which town) who is going to run an art competition and stick the pieces against the vacant outlet windows. This will cheer up a dreary site. It is a fabulous idea, but I am sad that it has come to this don’t you think?
In the Daily Echo an article talks about an 11% increase in vacant shop space in Totton. That is huge for a small town! The good news for Totton is that they will be getting a bigger Asda and a 99p Stores to replace the old Woolworths. It goes to show that only these types of stores can stand the test of these times.
Asda is embarking on a multi million expansion and some other retailers in the area have expressed concerns that improved store will take away their business. I hope this won’t be the case. If only an Asda and a couple of odd stores are operating in Totton – what would lure consumers there? On the plus side the new developments will ensure 60 new Hampshire jobs. Let’s hope even more will follow…
A story about Gosport « Result #2 on Dec 1, 2009, 2:41pm »
I've noticed that this section of the forum doesn't have many threads, so I thought I'd start a fun one. Let's start a 3 word story about Gosport...remember it must be relevant in some way to the locations of this section...and must follow on the previous person's tag...
Re: Hampshire developments - good or bad? « Result #3 on Nov 18, 2009, 2:49pm »
I'm not too sure, I think Twyford is maybe too underdeveloped as a business community with regards to transport services etc to really BOOM as a business village. But I think it will benefit the community to increase small businesses. Traffic is an issue everywhere with any type of development. Actually traffic is a problem everywhere full stop. I don't have a car and I am glad. Walking and taking the bus is way better!!! Sorry I can't answer your question, I don't know too much about the situation or about the economy to know what will benefit a town in the recovery...
New construction jobs:affordable Hampshire homes « Result #4 on Nov 4, 2009, 2:55pm »
Hi everyone, Good news for construction workers in the Kings Worthy area. It seems that the affordable homes are approved. I followed a couple of articles on Hampshire Chronicle and it seemed that previously a lot of fuss was made about the homes being to close to the duel carriageway – and yet now I read in the Southern Daily Echo they are still continuing with the development. I while back I thought I would qualify for a mortgage and started looking at a couple of homes. One of the homes the agent showed me was part of a cluster of homes near a duel carriageway. I could see and hear every car, truck and motor cycle. The noise was unbearable. Maybe it is a sound you get used to after a while but needless to say I didn’t buy the house or any house for that matter – turns out I don’t earn enough haha. Duh! Don’t know what I thought. But the point is, it is great the county is getting more affordable housing. I am also glad that new Hampshire jobs in construction etc is made through the venture.
Re: Hampshire businesses and jobs to gain from gra « Result #5 on Nov 4, 2009, 2:38pm »
I agree Emilysheep, I reckon many council's don't have the money for it and that is why they can't implement similar grants. It is a shame. On the positive side of things relating to retail, I've noticed that stats show that last month's sales was the best in the past 18 months. Retailers think that consumers are doing better and might start spending again. Recovery is slowly but surely taking place, I think...
Re: Portsmouth City Council's Facebook visits « Result #6 on Oct 6, 2009, 1:03pm »
PEople should rather have breaks away from their desks. Nothing important really happens on Facebook apart from people changing their status now and then and people adding photos of a weekend party - however this is fun to see lol. I don't know, I'm really glad I'm not someone's boss.
Something different to do for a romantic day out? « Result #7 on Oct 5, 2009, 3:15pm »
Hi all What would you suggest for a romantic day out for my boyfriend’s birthday around the corner? I don’t want to just go out for dinner but if we do it needs to be something different. Something spectacular! It is his 25th. Maybe you have read about a new restaurant or place that opened somewhere. He is adventurous but more arty. He loves bands and food. How to combine the two? I don’t mind driving him there or saving up for a weekend away as long as it’s in England. His birthday is the 19th of November.
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Re: Portsmouth City Council's Facebook visits « Result #8 on Sept 15, 2009, 10:33am »
Hey Jessica, Can you imagine how much money the council are losing when their employees log into facebook instead of working? 10 minutes every day mounts up and actually costs the council money. In ways I would recommend blocking these sites so they are not available on work computers. I think that is the only way it can be controlled... Or do you think setting breaks each day could really work?
Though could you argue that if these sites are blocked that employees will take breaks elsewhere? A quick chat when they make a cup of tea etc? I really don't know what approach is best to managing the situation!
Strikes: Does nobody want their jobs anymore? « Result #9 on Sept 10, 2009, 2:11pm »
I understand things are going rough and people want increases and should be paid their worth, but isn’t there better ways to get things sorted? Strikes doesn’t affect the people it should. It affects innocent people in the end. Now it seems Shipbuilders in Portsmouth are planning a strike. Apparently they will be striking because they might be forced to work at Scottish ship yards for up to three months at a time. In their defense it seems they do not really want to strike but it is the only alternative. But what happened to proper negotiations? I’m just scared that because there are a shortage of jobs at the moment that bosses will get fed-up and an innocent strike will turn into an unnecessary mess.
Portsmouth City Council's Facebook visits « Result #10 on Sept 10, 2009, 2:07pm »
Hi all I read a very interesting article on Management Today regarding Facebook breaks in companies. Apparently some employers are thinking about allowing five minutes in the morning and five minutes in the afternoon - in order for staff to get their fix and not play around on it during the rest of the day. I think it could work... I've noticed that whenever I go on my Facebook, I loose track of time and easily 15 minutes leap by...
Apparently Portsmouth City Council isn't happy about this at all because they discovered that their staff were logging on to Facebook up to 270,000 times per month. Wow!
What do you think about Facebook and other social media in the workplace?
People with too much money « Result #11 on Sept 9, 2009, 3:21pm »
Maybe it’s because I mingle with normal working class that this is weird to me… Southampton is making a berth place for billionaires like Chelsea FC owner Roman Abramovich to park their yachts at. There is also a helicopter landing pad…the works. They want to market coming to Southampton with yachts with the Olympics nearing. Okay maybe it’s not that weird and I am just sick from jealousy. I remember visiting Monte Carlo a year or two ago and the young kids were sitting on their parent’s yachts sipping thingytails. It looked fab. Do you know someone who owns a yacht or are you just as envious like I am...? Or have you ever been on a yacht?
Hampshire culture quarter -Thousands of jobs « Result #12 on Sept 9, 2009, 3:17pm »
Hi all Southampton will be getting their long awaited Culture Quarter. This must be fabulous for the art industry as investment will be made into their future. Galleries will show local masterpieces and the restaurants and shops will create an attraction for tourists as well. Apparently they also plan to revamp the Guildhall Square and build a Sea City Museum.
Also, in the centre tons of flats. I think it will be really cool to live here. But who will really pay for all of this and will it really happen? We are talking about millions of pounds!!! And they are talking about creating around 2000 jobs in Hampshire. Dates like 2014 are mentioned, but I wonder who really has this kind of money to invest now?
Re: Thumbs up health jobs in Hampshire –great surg « Result #13 on Sept 3, 2009, 3:05pm »
I wonder why it is an ethical issue. I’ve looked it up in wikipedia and this is what they say there: “In the future, medical researchers anticipate being able to use technologies derived from stem cell research to treat a wider variety of diseases including cancer, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injuries, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, multiple sclerosis, and muscle damage, amongst a number of other impairments and conditions.”
I think they will have to rewrite their research page there as the UK is leading the research and made it a reality. I surely hope it doesn’t become an issue to use stem cells because look at what it could heal… I also truly hope it does create more health and scientific jobs in the UK because just think if this could lead to the cure of cancer….
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Re: Thumbs up health jobs in Hampshire –great surg « Result #14 on Sept 2, 2009, 1:19pm »
This does sound like a medical breakthrough!
I remember hearing that stem cells have some sort of ethical issue attached to them? Though looking at what they can do, medically, surely the pro's outweigh the cons? I am not medically minded I am afraid. Do you think this technique could be used for anyone and everyone? Or do you think it will be limited?
Do you think this will be used immediately? Or will some ethical parties hold it back?
Hearing this do you reckon they will create more scientific jobs? Maybe there could be more money put into stem cell research and labs could be opened up? Or maybe I am just being a bit wishful!
Thumbs up health jobs in Hampshire –great surgeons « Result #15 on Sept 1, 2009, 2:53pm »
Southampton surgeons have made breakthrough medical developments with a new procedure that will make hip and knee replacement surgery a totally different matter. http://www.thisishampshire.net/news/4573....ing_stem_cells/ It takes away the need to use artificial hips etc. I’m not in the know with medical terms but they use stem cells for this. I wonder if they will be able to eventually heal a person’s back as well in due time? I think this reflects great on our country as well as Hampshire for being so on top of the latest research.
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Re: Jobs in Hampshire are saved – but are they nee « Result #16 on Aug 28, 2009, 7:08am »
I have been thinking on this a little bit more. Do you think jobs in the MOD are recession proof? Although (with the exception of Afghanistan) we are not in any major wars, we are still welcoming people into the army. If I go by the adverts they are even encouraging more people to join the army. I have never heard of a soldier who has been made redundant as they can't afford to keep him/her involved... perhaps it is a safe job to have?
The army offers many different roles - engineering, medicine etc. I believe the army will even pay for you to do certain university courses if you join them afterwards. Though I am sure it isn't for everyone, it does make you think
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Re: Jobs in Hampshire are saved – but are they nee « Result #17 on Aug 25, 2009, 11:34am »
I hope that the money is being used sensibly. Though I am sure the MOD would not request such heavy funding for something with a low priority. After threats of a shipyard closing in Portsmouth this seems like quite a turn around. Hopefully it will safeguard their jobs too - for now at least.
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Re: Green projects to boost jobs & business « Result #18 on Aug 25, 2009, 9:48am »
Hey Jessica, I am not sure I understand. Is this a competition for funding? Do you put your idea forward to British Gas and they will either approve or reject it?
What do you think Hampshire could do to tackle all this carbon dioxide? I know my house is well insulated etc. but I don't know about anyone elses haha!
Have you seen Stomp? « Result #21 on Aug 20, 2009, 3:50pm »
Hi all Have you seen Stomp? I really want to and now I see Get Hampshire has a competition to win tickets to see it in Londres.... Goodie!!!! Just thought you'd like to know! Jess
Green projects to boost jobs & business « Result #22 on Aug 20, 2009, 3:38pm »
British Gas will be helping green projects around the country with 2million pounds. But the judging is tough. I hope Hampshire will be entering because I read somewhere that Portsmouth alone has something like 1million tons of carbon dioxide which they need to decrease with 60% by 2050. How on earth?
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Re: Hampshire businesses and jobs to gain from gra « Result #23 on Aug 20, 2009, 3:24pm »
It would be good to see some help across the whole of Hampshire you are right. I wonder what would stop other councils from implementing it?
I think it is just what we need at the moment! Retail offers a lot of job opportunities and I wouldn't be suprised if a lot of the community depend on these jobs. Glad to see things are in place to attempt to safeguard them and restore confidence in the shops themselves.
I hope they advertise this scheme as well. I think it is important for shops to know what help is available out there. Nontheless I am impressed!
Re: Jobs in Hampshire are saved – but are they nee « Result #24 on Aug 18, 2009, 3:19pm »
What I know about the war and war items is shocking...I hope the gov won't focus on something that isn't really needed?! To tell you the truth I don't think anyone knows what is going on in Afghanistan not even the media.. I'm glad for Hampshire and the jobs created in the making of torpedoes for the navy. Anybody out there got insight on this...sorry I'm no help emilysheep, but extremely interesting post though!
Re: Hampshire businesses and jobs to gain from gra « Result #25 on Aug 17, 2009, 2:40pm »
Hi Emilysheep, They are from the Winchester County Council and I’m not sure what criteria is needed, I think if you have a shop in the allocated areas then you qualify and can send in your details. All I know is that Business Link Hampshire is part of the whole thing and will help all the applicants to create proper business strategies for their shops.
There is also a number to ring for more information Kate Crawford on (01962) 848 563 or e-mail kcrawford@winchester.gov.uk I think this is a great opportunity for them but I really do hope that the rest of the councils could also implement a similar scheme.
Sometimes all a small shop needs is some fresh input and different advertising strategy and grants like these can take the pressure off of them and help them create new Hampshire jobs in the process.
A bookstore is particularly tough because people would rather borrow books from friends than spend money on a book.
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Jobs in Hampshire are saved – but are they needed? « Result #26 on Aug 14, 2009, 1:46pm »
I was pleased to hear that 120 Hampshire jobs were saved recently but I couldn’t help but question: is the cause a real priority or in need of funding? I was wondering what others thought of the situation.
The government have invested £370M into Portsmouth based MOD services. The money is to support and maintain torpedoes for our mighty navy. This will have an incredibly positive impact across Hampshire with many workers who will benefit from extra work – this I do not doubt. However what do we need more torpedoes for? Is there any need for these defence precautions? I am worried that our government are throwing thousands of our pounds around pretending they are £5 notes!
Several weeks ago there was a lot of controversy as to whether our guys in Afghanistan had enough helicopters and whether we were properly equipping them. Apparently our helicopter count did not compare to that of America’s. Perhaps the money should have gone into manufacturing more helicopters for the war we were in?? It would safeguard many jobs and go for a beneficial cause?
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Re: Hampshire businesses and jobs to gain from gra « Result #27 on Aug 14, 2009, 9:35am »
Wow! I am sure shops won't be complaining!
Do you know what criteria they have to meet and where these grants have come from? Although this will keep the streets from turning into ghost towns I disapprove of our government throwing £20K around like it is a £5 note!! Perhaps instead of handing out money they should be looking at the rent shops have to pay? Or many lower their taxes by a few percent. That may be more beneficial in the long run maybe?
Hampshire businesses and jobs to gain from grants? « Result #28 on Aug 13, 2009, 3:57pm »
Hi all How lucky are village shops in Winchester district for the prospect of getting £20 000 grants if they qualify for it? I wonder if other parts of the county will implement this. My aunt has a bookshop in Portsmouth and can really do with the help...
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Re: There could be a Hampshire jobs bonanza! « Result #29 on Aug 7, 2009, 8:54am »
Ah that is excellent news Jess I would have been so disappointed if it didn't get the go ahead! I am sure the community and Hampshire as a whole will benefit from these jobs.
It is intersting how they are worried about extending the public sector too far - and it is something I hadn't considered before. I don't think all the job creations should be in the public sector, that is a bit unrealistic, but what can the government do to increase private sector jobs? I think it is important for the private industry to develop but it isn't as easy. The uk is an expensive place for a company to start in - the workforce is more expensive and the taxes are high. I am not sure what the government can do to turn this around at the moment
Re: There could be a Hampshire jobs bonanza! « Result #30 on Jul 30, 2009, 3:04pm »
Hi Emilysheep, I don’t know if you have heard but they got the deal. It’s going to happen!!! This is so great. And I think it has encouraged others like this on a bigger scale. Have a look at this link and tell me what you think? http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/jobs/....-soft-jobs.html
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Re: There could be a Hampshire jobs bonanza! « Result #31 on Jul 30, 2009, 10:36am »
It is nice that they are focusing on those who are most vunerable at the moment. I agree and think it is great that they are showing iniciative. I really hope this receives the funding from the government. The government are really putting a lot of money in to try and get the youths into work and so this scheme is completely relevant.
A while ago I read that one area of the UK (can't remember now!) was offering those who have been unemployed for over 6 months to go on a coffee course - funded by the government. Though it really made me laugh it does make you wonder what they are wasting our money on hahaha
Re: There could be a Hampshire jobs bonanza! « Result #32 on Jul 28, 2009, 3:23pm »
I am amazed, this is such great news! People with no skills, I can promise you are not looking to be paid a fortune and many companies do have odd jobs that they can give people like these. Yet again Hampshire is showing other counties where initiative is born…Don't you think?
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Re: Eco-towns to create Hampshire jobs or bad thin « Result #33 on Jul 28, 2009, 8:30am »
I really am just in two minds about it all to be honest Jessica.
Using renewable energy is just a fantastic idea - stops us using fossil fuels and lowers our energy bills. That seems like a win win situation but why do you have to build an extra 5000 homes for it? Can't you develop existing properties? It would surely be cheaper then starting from scratch? Jobs in Hampshire will still be created in the process but it will also save our countryside.
Would you be happy to have solar panels put on your home? I don't know if they are somethings you can add to your property anytime or whether they really have to be installed when first building. But if you can install them anytime then I would just opt to change existing properties! What do you think?
Eco-towns to create Hampshire jobs or bad thing? « Result #34 on Jul 27, 2009, 2:41pm »
Hi everyone
I know it’s been in the news for a while, but I’ve actually only today spent some time reading up on the eco-town projects planned for East Hampshire as well as three other areas in the UK. Do you guys think this is a good thing and that it will create plenty of jobs or will it only ruin the countryside? To be honest, I hear about eco-friendly this and low-carbon that…recycling, solar panels etc and yet although I implement recycling into my daily life, I can’t do very much else as my house is not suited to do so. And I would love to actually live in a house that is adjusted to be eco-friendly with all the latest gadgets to contribute to save electricity etc. I would not very well like it if the same house I am living in is contributing to ruining something else while saving electricity. How sad.
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There could be a Hampshire jobs bonanza! « Result #35 on Jul 23, 2009, 10:59am »
Absolutely fab news today! A group of businesses and local charities have come together with the council to try and create around 900 Hampshire jobs!!
Many companies and charities have teamed up with the council to try and have some job creation going on all around Hampshire. They have put their proposal to the government and wait to hear whether their project will get the much needed funding. Each company will hire a set amount workers of all ages and roles ranging from cleaning to social work. Let’s hope the government take a second look at this eh? It would have a significant impact on the whole county.
One company are creating a “city task force” exclusively for those who will be at most risk during this downturn. They will be hiring those with few skills, training or those with learning difficulties. They will then work with local authorities to improve environments and clean up areas – tasks which may be classed as low priority and pushed to one side.
I think it is great that they are going to give these individuals a chance and teach them skills when they look for something long term. Do you think enough is in place for those with little skills or learning difficulties? Companies have such a variety of candidates to choose from I hate to think they will be forgotten about. Do you think large companies should be made to take on some less skilled employees??
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Re: Do we need more Hampshire healthcare jobs? « Result #36 on Jul 15, 2009, 9:35am »
I cannot find the article anywhere now - I swear I am not making it up - promise! One walk in clinic is having its hours reduced though, somewhere out there in Hampshire. How else do you think the NHS could cut back on costs? Are there other options then cutting back on services? Where do their expenses lie?
Haha you are right about the nanny culture. How many people do you think are going to the doctor these days with a cold claiming they think they may have swine flu? A few sniffles that could be handled with Kleenex will now need some hard core anti virals
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Re: How do you hear that your Hampshire job is at « Result #38 on Jul 15, 2009, 9:13am »
Newspapers do seem to have a little competition on who can get the story out first. I guess this means giving out half the facts or one side of the story. Do you think emails are a bit 'unsafe' ? Are they easy to hack into and see what is going on? I remember hearing in the news that lots of celebs had their phones tapped into so the press could listen to what was going on! Surely this could go under as stalking? There must be some privacy law breached by this? Or in this case, maybe the papers just paid the right price for someone to give information out.
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Re: Will jobs be boosted through new Hampshire sta « Result #39 on Jul 15, 2009, 9:03am »
They were going to put a congestion charge in Southampton?! No way! Not really fair when we already pay road tax Has the traffic worsened in Southampton then? Or was it a bit of a money grabbing scheme?
I used to use the bus before I learnt to drive, but if there was any way of avoiding it I would. It would cost £3 for a 5 minute journey! Haha have you got far to go before you can get your free bus pass?
To be honest I don't know why they are wanting to build more stations. Perhaps it is meant to attract more rail users? The story just said it was to improve the rail service offered. As long as it doesn't increase the journey time too much I can't complain!
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Re: New Forest Ponies « Result #40 on Jul 15, 2009, 8:54am »
We went for a holiday in the New forest a few years ago and stayed in a place similar to the one advertised next to the video. I was quite suprised that the ponies were all so friendly! Though they did cause some havoc on the roads!
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Re: Days Out - Yeovilton Air Day - Air Show 2009 « Result #41 on Jul 15, 2009, 8:51am »
I used to go to Farnborough air show as a kid - sit on the field with ear plugs in. Do they do the air show every year, or is it every other year? I never knew Andover did one though!
Re: How do you hear that your Hampshire job is at « Result #44 on Jul 14, 2009, 2:31pm »
I think any manager/company should inform staff. but if they have made plans not to and a renegade staff member leaks to the press to cause a fuss I dont blame them. Clear communication is vital in any business and appears to be lacking in many places. I have many times rung and spoken to different people about the same thing and the right hand doesnt' know what the left hand is doing!!!! Also the problem is tabloids fishing for a big story and to be the ones to break it first. any stories relating to big organisations especially public or related to the governement seems to get leaked.
Re: Do we need more Hampshire healthcare jobs? « Result #45 on Jul 14, 2009, 2:15pm »
is that the one in bitterne? their hours are 8.00am until 9.30pm Seven days a week service so is that being reduced? not bad service for southampton. I'm quite far out so never go and touching wood dont see the normal doctor!!!!! lets hope it stays that way
NHS have a history of cutting costs at patients expense - its nothing new and the whole system has suffered over the past 30 years or so. WE have too many people with things that are wrong and lots of hypercondriacs as well which doesnt help. The nanny state we have started over the past 10 years make you paranoid so if you see a slight graze you have to go and check your leg isn't broken (!!!!!)
Re: Will jobs be boosted through new Hampshire sta « Result #48 on Jul 14, 2009, 1:54pm »
Hello again I agree with you - i was reading recently that they were thinking of trialling congestion charge in southampton but i think it was only a rumour i probably read it wrong(I hope to god i read it wrong) ....
I never use the bus - i'm holding out until i'm 60 and get a free pass and i can travel around hampshire for free... plus when i'm retired i will have time on my hands! hahahhaha
I'm not sure that stations will increase people using them? they wont increase the number of trains or help with the delays etc. so not sure that the custom is there???
Hello I'm new « Result #53 on Jul 13, 2009, 3:08pm »
Hi there, I'm new to the forum and just wanted to give a shout out! Living in Southampton and very passionate about my town and the entire county for that matter!!! chat soon Jess
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Will jobs be boosted through new Hampshire station « Result #54 on Jul 10, 2009, 12:18pm »
There are ideas, far from authorisation and completion I hasten to add, to build three new train stations in Hampshire. They are thinking of building at Farlington, Knowle and Paulsgrove. Other ideas are to improve Portsmouth’s existing station. I really like the train services and will always choose it when going for a long journey.
I cannot complain when there are plans to improve our public transport – especially ones that will create jobs. Although I drive, car parking is so expensive these days that it would be cheaper to get the train then park my car for a day. With petrol prices rising up and up it may be cheaper to take the train in total. A nice walk to the station would also give a bit of exercise! Does anyone use the train to commute to their Hampshire jobs? Or even just use the train service? Do you think we would benefit from more stations? Or does anyone use the bus? Is the train cheaper then the bus? I know it is quicker!
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Re: How do you hear that your Hampshire job is at « Result #55 on Jul 6, 2009, 9:58am »
Hey Ian, I think at times like these leadership and communication are vital. I too can imagine how the workforce felt and how unsafe they are now feeling. Hopefully, now this information is out, the management will step up and do a better job. Though they must have a tough task ahead of them now!
The media love their shock titles and they only seem to spread the negative news. I am sure every front page has a negative story on it - maybe it makes the paper sell. Like you say this memo may not be the full story and they are going to be deciding the future of the shipyards over several years.
I do wonder how the press get hold of the information though? I mean these plans must be confidential. However do they get this info?
Re: How do you hear that your Hampshire job is at « Result #56 on Jul 3, 2009, 10:52am »
Hi Emily,
That's real really poor management by whoever leaked the story and I hope, but very much doubt that the newspaper checked the facts before publishing the story.
Can you imagine the morale of the workforce the day the story broke. I understand that the press have a job to do but they should let the company deal with it in their own way... for all they know this could have just been one suggested strategy and not what was going to happen
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How do you hear that your Hampshire job is at risk « Result #57 on Jul 2, 2009, 2:33pm »
Can you imagine what it would be like to hear that your job it at risk through the media before management let you in the loop? I was reading the other day that a memo was leaked about secret plans to close two Clyde shipyards. 3500 Hampshire jobs are now at risk. Although the jobs aren’t facing immediate risk the “rationalization” should be complete within a decade.
Is anyone here a manager or have any management experience? I can imagine how hard it is to lead a team through the recession. Those left behind after redundancies are going to be questioning their own self worth within the company. Workloads will have really increased while workforces have decreased – it really is a far from easy time. What do you think are the key skills to managing a team through these times? As an employee I would hate to be left in the dark – and to hear that my job was at risk through the media would be horrible.
In this case the ship yards have been fighting for survival over 20 years and apparently there just isn’t enough work to go between all 3 sites. I guess some of the staff will have seen this coming. It must still be horrible just waiting for some news.
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Do we need more Hampshire healthcare jobs? « Result #58 on Jun 24, 2009, 2:22pm »
Hampshire seems to be having a bit of a healthcare shake up at the moment. First there were reports of ambulances being a bit over stretched and not making emergency calls as quick as the government expects and now one of Southampton’s walk in centres is having its opening hours reduced again. We have a fantastic healthcare system in the UK but it is looking like we are a bit stretched in Hampshire at the moment… do we need more healthcare jobs?
I don’t have a walk in clinic near my house and I honestly wish I had one nearby! My work, just like any other company, urges employees to go to the doctors either before work, after work, or as close to as possible. In my surgery this just isn’t possible – the surgery shuts before my day ends and isn’t open on the weekend! It would be handy to have a simple walk in clinic for the minor things – we can dream eh?
The walk in centre in Southampton is now closed on weekends, bank holidays and week day mornings. Thankfully no healthcare jobs in Hampshire will be lost and staff will simply be moved to other practices. Do you think the NHS are cutting back expenses in the right way? Should they perhaps be looking at the management, who are really paid big bucks!
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Hampshire developments - good or bad? « Result #59 on Jun 16, 2009, 11:04am »
What do you guys think of the development plans in Twyford? They are hoping to transform a mill on Hazeley Road into offices, a nursing home and a storage space area. I know that a lot of residents do not want the developments to be approved. I stick to the motorway when driving around Hampshire however I have heard that Twyford is prone to traffic jams so an increase in visitors would be rather damaging!
Perhaps it would be welcomed if they revised plans and came up with ideas to reduce traffic? Do you think traffic is the only concern here?
I think it would allow a short term benefit by providing construction jobs in Hampshire, however, other then that I personally do not believe there is much point. Call me sceptical but I reckon these offices would remain empty for a long time. Let’s face it in this recession few companies are expanding. I guess it could aid the area in the long term. Do you think when the UK picks up Twyford would attract companies?
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Has the traffic worsened in Southampton then? Or was it a bit of a money grabbing scheme? 
