Britain's Taylor Review into Work and Wages
Jul 13, 2017
The vast change in work practices in Britain, with zero hours contracts and low pay, dubbed the "gig" economy have given rise to lots of discussion about " a living wage" harking back 100 years or more when it was first raised in the British Parliament ( by Winston Churchill).
Ironically, employment rates are high, but it hasn't resulted in better conditions or higher pay for workers. The UK is the only country in the EU where employment rates have risen but wages have fallen.
It is difficult for many workers to cover the cost of living.
The British Govt instigated the Taylor Review to examine modern work practices. It has highlighted the current situation, but, disappointingly not made any recommendations likely to improve the situation for workers.
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Rich Schools, Poor Schools
Australia’s schooling system is among the most highly segregated in the OECD. Public schools educate the majority of disadvantaged students, while there is concentrated advantage in private schools.
This situation can be attributed, in large part, to our school funding arrangements. Recent research
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Hurry if you haven't sorted Book Week
As Term 3 is almost upon us, if you haven't sorted a Book Week incursion, hurry! If you're flexible with dates, you might be able to swing one of our great shows.
See our Book Week Shows here.
Image: Something Special Live - Available NSW, QLD, ACT,VIC,SA & WA
Livestream version available nationally
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Naidoc Week in 2026
The next cultural day to celebrate nationally is NAIDOC week. This year on 5-12 July, when all Australian schools are on holiday. The likely time schools could celebrate is the first week of July, when some states are still at school.
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