As we continue the countdown to The Big Debate 2023 here are four things to learn covering our four Big Debate topics. Infrastructure and transport Passengers are being advised to avoid travelling with Greater Anglia, and to check before they do travel, if they do need to make a rail journey on 1 and 3 February, when strike action will affect train services. Members of the train drivers’ union ASLEF and train drivers who are members of the RMT union, who work for Greater Anglia are striking on Wednesday 1 and Friday 3 February. https://www.norfolkchamber.co.uk/member-news/industrial-action-affecting-greater-anglia-train-services-on-1-and-3-february/ People, skills and Wellbeing Do you want to bring the best energy to your workplace, enhance creativity, fuel purpose and develop communication skills? With colleague turnover at an all-time high isn’t it imperative that you attract the best, and retain all those brilliant people? https://www.norfolkchamber.co.uk/knowledge_hub/new-corporate-boost-you-programme-wellbeing-international/ Net zero & sustainability I feel lucky because my job is helping businesses become more sustainable and encouraging everyone to live more sustainably – and it’s also my passion. https://www.norfolkchamber.co.uk/knowledge_hub/dont-just-think-about-going-greener-start-doing-it/ Cost of Living Crisis Times are tough at the moment for many businesses, to say the least. The current UK inflation rate is sitting at 11.1%, so employers are under a lot of pressure to increase salaries and keep up with the rising cost of materials and products they require. https://www.norfolkchamber.co.uk/knowledge_hub/cutting-your-training-budget-in-tough-times-could-be-a-costly-mistake/
