Careers & people

Increasing the diversity of those in leadership roles can lead to better outcomes in recruiting and retaining staff, improved productivity and boosting diversity of thought, says Charlotte Morphet.

Volunteering can be fulfilling, can enhance different skillsets and offer good networking possibilities, says Jason Moore.

Looking for your first job in planning? Matt Fraser, team manager - planning at Penguin Recruitment, offers top tips to help you find your dream planning job.

Want to be better remunerated but not sure how to approach your boss about it?

Ensuring an appropriate approach to site assessment and a consistent method for appraising sites are among the key requisites for neighbourhood plan site assessments, says Una McGaughrin.

Planners should focus on key tests for streetscape design when choosing which battles to fight in the quest for higher scheme quality, says David Birkbeck.