16 December 2004
S/NVQ Satisfaction Surveys
The Print Education & Training Forum (PETF) is the organisation responsible for the Occupational Standards that underpin the print and printed packaging suite of Scottish and National Vocational Qualifications (S/NVQs). In early 2005 the PETF will be undertaking a review of these Occupational Standards, and as a starting point will consult with those who use the S/NVQs to find out how satisfied they are. PETF have developed straightforward, one page survey forms aimed at candidates and employers who use the print S/NVQs. The aim of these are to uncover: -- If employers and candidates value the qualfication. -- If the qualifications reflect what candidates are doing in industry. -- If there are any specific issues with standards, assessment or delivery which need to be resolved. Click here to download the Candidate Survey Click here to download the Employer Survey Feedback from training providers is also welcome on the subject of S/NVQs. Training providers should contact [email protected] with comments. The closing date for the survey is 31st January 2005. The questionnaire responses will be followed up with interviews with a sample of employers and candidates. Issues highlighted in the consultation will feed into the PETFs standards development work, and the report will be available to any interested parties from April 2005.Pay Review Data, Wage Benchmarking and Cost of Living – FEB 2024 UPDATE
14 February 2024
We have collated data from multiple sources that should be useful for BPIF members that are approaching internal pay reviews, and/or are having a closer look at their pay and benefits structure. The datafile, first published in February 2023, has been updated with the latest available data - and additional content on factors exerting pressure on pay settlements in 2024.
Slight recovery of output and orders falls short of expectations in Q4 - confidence concerns mount in 2024
22 February 2024
Performance in the UK's printing and printed packaging industry did improve in Q4, as far as output and orders are concerned. However, it didn't come close to what would historically be considered the seasonal norm, nor quite match the subdued expectations for Q4.
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