Böcker av Mark Simpson

This book presents a socio-legal examination of national and devolved-level developments in social protection in the UK, through the eyes of politicians and officials at the heart of this process. Since its inception in 1998, devolution has altered the character of the UK welfare state, with dramatic change in the 10 years since 2010. A decade of austerity at national level has exposed diverging view in how governments in London, Edinburgh and Belfast view the social rights of citizenship. This political divide has implications for both social security law, as the devolved countries begin to flex their muscles in this key area for citizens' economic welfare, and the constitutional settlement. The book reflects on the impact of austerity, the referendum on Scottish independence and subsequent changes to the devolution settlement, Northern Ireland's hesitant moves away from parity with Westminster in social protection, withdrawal from the European Union (Brexit), and the possible retreat from austerity during the COVID-19 pandemic. The social union may or may not be weakening; its character is unquestionably changing, and the book lays bare the ideological and pragmatic considerations driving legal developments. TH Marshall's theory of citizenship provides the lens through which these processes are viewed, while itself being reinterpreted in light of the national government's increasing delegation of responsibility for social rights - whether to individuals, the voluntary sector or lower tiers of government.

The ultimate book for short-term rental hosts who want to abolish their over-reliance on online travel agents! The Book Direct Blueprint is brought to you by the creator of the Book Direct Playbook, the industry's highest-rated and most reviewed business book. Before you build a house, you must put in a solid foundation.Mark Simpson famously wrote. "Never build your house on somebody else's land" in his debut bestseller, which still serves as a great lesson for short-term rental hosts worldwide. As the official go-to expert in marketing and direct bookings in the short-term rental industry, Simpson has: > Helped over 100,000 hosts boost their direct bookings with his free advice and training > Generated over £3 million in direct bookings with his company (Boostly) for hosts in 2022, alone> Released over 500 episodes of the award-winning Boostly podcast> Thrived in the industry for over a decade! The Book Direct Blueprint brings together the minds of the most influential leaders from the STR industry, and from Mark's personal black book of contacts.Mark has truly taken things up a notch by assembling his own team of avengers, each renowned for a certain area of expertise in the short-term rental industry. So, rest assured, ALL BASES have been covered for you in this new book. If you're not yet ready to purchase The Book Direct Blueprint, you can always consume free content on the "Boostly" YouTube or Instagram account.Here, you will learn how to: ● Effectively price your properties (base price, minimum price, discounts, and customisations)● How to create effective upsell opportunities for your business.● The power of trust when it comes to the guest booking process.● How to automate your business so you don't have to worry about a double booking again.● How to best prepare for Web3 and Blockchain technology● Successfully navigate the slow season● Identify problem guests before they book and how to protect your business best.

The U.S. Army is introducing a new fitness test for the first time in more than 40 years. In this report, the authors conduct a review of the Army Combat Fitness Test and provide recommendations to support the Army's implementation decisions.

In America, travel has regularly been associated with romantic notions of freedom, exploration, and possibility. Focusing on a broad range of movement in the nineteenth century, this groundbreaking book challenges this conventional view, demonstrating the complexity of the politics of mobility in American culture.

At a time when authentic words of wisdom are in short supply, there is one single clear, wise voice. It is the voice of our own heart.Light Up the World is a collection of poetry and prose to inspire new ways of being in ourselves and in the world. It is a timely contemplation that points to the truth of who we are and what that means for each of us and for humanity as a whole. It explores themes of love, silence, courage, nature, body, mind and spirit as well as soul and heart-based leadership.Both visionary and lucid, it is a reflection on a universal process of emergence and coming to understanding. It is a call to follow our hearts in order to build a kinder, more equitable and sustainable world for all.As with our own being, so too these words hold the seeds of potential of everything we need to realise the ever-present truth of who we are, and to support awakening for all. The fruits are greater presence, awareness, authenticity and compassion.Light Up the World encourages us all on the path of greater self-inquiry and action towards peace, compassion and loving service. Ultimately, it is a book about personal and collective truth, empowerment, wisdom, and waking up to our true nature.The journey starts within. Readers who like the work of Brené Brown, Eckhart Tolle, Elizabeth Gilbert, Deepak Chopra, Rupi Kaur, Gabor Mate, Russell Brand and other luminaries will enjoy the unique insight and inspiration of this journey of personal and collective transformation.

This book analyses the past and ongoing decline of Zimbabwe under the rule of ZANU-PF, with a primary focus on the period 1997 to the present. In contrast to much existing literature on post-independence Zimbabwe which has focused on the political dimensions of Zimbabwe's fragility, this research highlights the economic aspects of Zimbabwe's regression flowing from prolonged mismanagement of the economy which has served to consolidate the rule of the country's political and economic elite. The Zimbabwean experience offers unique insights into the economic mensions of regime preservation. This book situates the Zimbabwe experience within the context of wider debates within the field of development studies, and the international community's response to such situations.

This book analyses the past and ongoing decline of Zimbabwe under the rule of ZANU-PF, with a primary focus on the period 1997 to the present. In contrast to much existing literature on post-independence Zimbabwe which has focused on the political dimensions of Zimbabwe¿s fragility, this research highlights the economic aspects of Zimbabwe¿s regression flowing from prolonged mismanagement of the economy which has served to consolidate the rule of the country¿s political and economic elite. The Zimbabwean experience offers unique insights into the economic mensions of regime preservation. This book situates the Zimbabwe experience within the context of wider debates within the field of development studies, and the international community¿s response to such situations.

This book also explores Alastair's life outside of films, including his marriage to Naomi Sim (whom he first met when she was twelve), his career as an elocution teacher, his extensive work on stage (including his theatrical endeavours with James Bridie), his championship of youth and his stalwart refusal to sign autographs.