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This will be complemented by the online workforce learning directory, which aims to facilitate access to training resources and support development of the knowledge and skills identified.
This was a hybrid meeting of the Committee, with Committee Members and one petitioner in the room, and two of the petitioners participating online. One of the issues raised during the evidence session was making better use of technology to remove some of the barriers for island residents when applying for positions on the boards of public organisations, for example giving the option of participating in interviews online.
They identified three structural challenges:
The progressive rise of online shopping: not only has online shopping replaced some trips to physical premises, but it has also changed the nature of physical shopping, e.g. by allowing instant in-store price comparison.
They highlighted the fact that “really young girls” are having nude photographs taken and leaked online, a fact they stated that “is quite shocking to a lot of adults, but it is widespread in schools and it goes under the radar”.
Committee reports
Date published:
29 November 2022
That underlying formula is necessarily more complex than a simple rent cap, and we want to ensure that both landlords and tenants have clarity. That is why a simple online rent calculator forms part of our awareness-raising work.