Graham Gate

[Graham Gate @com747]

Will Savid Javid please review the ridiculous IR35 tax regime. Its becoming impossible for interim's to work away from home. It defeats what we are here to do.

[Graham Gate @com747]

Independent Consultants & Interims.
Dear Boris, following your success across the country, would you now consider removing, or at least relaxing, the regressive and unfair IR35 tax regime for independent business professionals. It impacts greatly on our a…https://t.co/F9xo5xvpRg

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@stephenfry Sorry Mr Fry, but is the Prime Minister not simply upholding the wishes of the majority by enacting the result of the referendum. A referendum IS direct democracy, possibly the purest form of democracy.

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End of Another Phase.

Just about to complete the end of another phase of Asset Management development for a client. Successful completion of principal documentation and Strategic Asset Management Plan.
Available for new role early March or April.

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Colleagues and Contacts.
Currently working for a client re-developing and updating strategic asset management [strategy; strategic asset planning and policy]. Planned completion by end of December so will be available again in January for new role.

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Success!!

Great to see one of my public sector clients doing so well with their property and asset management policy and strategy. A lot of hard work and change from all sides but it proves that we can make a difference and that a well-considered; well-s…https://t.co/RlZQNC9axR

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An Open Question ?
Would it be practical; viable or even possible to effectively create a running link between ISO 22301 and ISO 31000 and develop a single risk / continuity standard. Not easy, but would it be possible or beneficial ??
Thoughts anyone.

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Austerity and IR35

I have just joined the Interim Management (IIM) group and must say that it is a really interesting band of people with really informative discussions. High on the list remains the IR35 debate and the fact that research clearly suggests…https://t.co/MU27IPJxaR

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Procurement of FM; RICS Professional Statement.

I have just downloaded this and on initial reading can only say what an excellent document. Covering good practice and clear guidance notes it  provides a super framework and check list and will certainly f…https://t.co/9CvzdM9n3w

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Skills Diversity in the NHS

Five days ago I wrote a short note in reference to Matt Hancocks views on skills diversity within the NHS. A frustrated note I agree but one which fully supported his thoughts. Introduce new concepts, ideas and break the circl…https://t.co/0tx0BfPSIi

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Skills diversity in the NHS

The HSJ has reported that Matt Hancock (the new Health Secretary) has identified a lack of (corporate mix) in the NHS quoting that only 5 NHS CEOs are from a BME background.
Important as this observation is, it cannot begin &…https://t.co/Qh69PjWk2F

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Apple.

Had a minor technical problem connecting to my home network printing. My fault but could not fix it.
Call to apple technical, 20 mins later all fixed. 
Why are apple so successful? because they have fantastic customer support & service. Brilliant. https://t.co/yzIRsdjfBe

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NHS Estate Problems????

An NHS Trust (very) recently posted a requirement for an interim Director of Estates; Facilities & Compliance (pending the appointment of a permanent director).
The role (according to the JD); to deliver a full range of property e…https://t.co/cnQ88RZU0m

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Interim / Consultancy 
I'm looking to develop contacts who can offer support in securing opportunities or introductions in Scotland. Much of my work has been London centric but I would like to extend this into Scotland. Northumberland location, national &…https://t.co/yiVz6P141O

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According to the power generation networks, the UK has been wind- power free for the last 9 days i.e. no power. This could last for a further several days. If this fact is indeed true and broadcast, I wonder what the reaction of the general public would b…https://t.co/fOwmkzd5fA

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Question; Is it appropriate for the BIFM to change their name in an attempt to clarify their business / skill set. I suspect that working harder to clarify their professional capability and value to businesses etc. would be of greater value. It's much lik…https://t.co/FuTF4K4SHe

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Finally completed my consulting role in Lincolnshire. Success I believe. Am now available for new strategic asset / facilities and property roles. Please feel free to make contact.  https://t.co/kO8Fwz0baz

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How long before the government 'must' review / change the IR35 tax rules. Why should I be paying personal NI (which I fully accept) but the…

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I'm now free to consider interim / consulting opportunities. Please feel free to make contact.

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I'm looking to join up with a consulting practice \ group, within physical asset management and CRE / FM private sector. Still happy delive…