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Sarah Green

Sarah Green

Rethink urged on diplomas

FOLLOWING extensive consultation with businesses across the country, the CBI is urging the Government to think again about its plans for a new wave of academic diplomas, and concentrate on making sure GCSEs and A-levels give young people the skills and knowledge to succeed. Read

Revised forecast doesn’t mean there’s a recession

IT is true, CBI are predicting the lowest GDP growth since 1992 in our revised economic forecast. However, let’s be clear – this is not recession – our best bet is still that there will be a measure of economic growth in 2009. Read

Firms create jobs despite feeling pinch

THE findings of the latest CBI SME survey reflect the mixed messages we are getting from business as a whole. Read

More radical reforms are necessary

GORDON Brown’s pledge to focus “solely” on keeping the economy on track must include more radical reform of Britain’s public services. Read

A spoonful of sugar for Sir Alan

ANY employer deciding to take a page out of the Sir Alan Sugar guide to successful recruitment would soon find themselves competing against their rivals with one hand tied behind their back. Read

Make corporation tax 18%

A RADICAL overhaul of the UK’s corporate tax system is needed urgently if the country is to regain its status as an internationally competitive location. Read

Let’s cut out the theatricals, Mr Darling

THE CBI has published an “alternative Budget speech” that it believes the Chancellor should deliver on March 12, stripped down to the bare necessities to reflect the Government’s lack of room for manoeuvre in troubled economic times. Read

Sarah Green column

The CBI is calling for urgent action to reverse a long decline in the study of science, technology, engineering and maths. Read

Sarah Green column

The UK's economic prosperity depends on both a competitive and dynamic economy and strong and effective public services. Read

Sarah Green column

On Thursday I attended Nissan to witness the first sign-up to the Government's skill pledge in the North-East. Read

Sarah Green column

Today as you read this I am winging my way to London to cheer on Jane Atkinson of SembCorp Utilities in Wilton at the CBI/Real Business First Women Awards. Read

Sarah Green column

If there is one challenge faced by most businesses within the region, it is the need to attract and retain talented people. Read

Sarah Green column

The contribution that British scientists have made to the body of scientific knowledge and development is immense. And the UK's science base remains very strong. Read

Sarah Green column

You don't need to be a rocket scientist to understand the UK will only maintain its place in the leading group of world economies if it has a skilled and flexible workforce. Read

Sarah Green column

As people headed off on holiday for the long weekend, the media was full of stories about congestion, delays and engineering works on the UK's transport network. Read

Sarah Green column

Any working mum having a baby from the beginning of this month will see her statutory maternity leave extended from six to nine months and will be able to keep in touch with her employer during her time off through the introduction of "keeping in touch" days. Read

Sarah Green column

Having spoken to a number of businesses after last week's Budget - it seems for many it was instantly forgettable - albeit in terms of simplifying business tax, it could be seen in the long term as a small step in the right direction. Read

Sarah Green column

At the start of national Science Week, the CBI has issued a stark reminder of the dire need to increase science skills. Read

Sarah Green column

Road pricing has reached parts of the UK electorate that other policies have failed and has motivated the normally apathetic British public to make their voices heard: 1.8 million people have petitioned the Government online not to introduce road charges for motorists. Read

Sarah Green column

In recent weeks politicians and trade unions have lined up to rail against the City and private equity houses. Read

Author Profile

Sarah Green is director of CBI in the North East. She joined the CBI after spending two years as internal communications manager for the North East regional development agency, One NorthEast. She is a qualified solicitor and has held senior posts in a range of organisations, including professional services firm Arthur Anderson and international law firm Clifford Chance.

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