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The problem of Europe's guest workers — the gastarbeiter—is nibbling at British industry. The unions don't want them while managers in low paying industries do. But the Government is saying firmly no… at the moment. Dave Grayston reports

Business sponsorship is moving from sport to the arts, as companies recognise that there are equal publicity benefits at less cost. Dave Grayston looks at the growth of this patronage and talks to one enthusiastic supporter — Arts Minister, Hugh Jenkins.

Pressure for more public accountability — whether by government or private industry—is undermining the power base of lobby groups. Dave Grayston looks at the change in social and economic values against the background of the 1972 oil crisis and, in particular, its effect on road transport thinking.

Glacier Metal has become a by‐word in British industry for its progressive management thinking. Much of it stems from the company's chairman, John Collyear — author of two management books — who tells Dave Grayston about his attitudes to labour and capital investment, pay controls and management training.

With the rapid growth of Government‐to‐Government trade deals, UK companies who shun the Trade Department's information and advice services run the risk of losing out on export opportunities. Dave Grayston reviews the facilities available — most of which are free.

Eight engineering workers faced with short‐time working because of a shrinking order book, took to the road to see if they could do better than the company salesmen. They didn't sell a single product — but they did come back with some useful experience that serves to demolish a popular shopfloor myth. Report by Dave Grayston.

Freed from the repressive influence of military government, the Greek economy is steering away from dependence on foreign investment and tourism towards industrial self‐sufficiency. It's a move which presents big opportunities for capital goods exporters. But, as Dave Grayston reports, Britain is hesitant about taking up the challenge.

How is the practice of giving Christmas bonuses or presents faring in industry? An Industrial Management survey reveals that the practice may be fizzling out. Dave Grayston reports.

Companies who find themselves under attack from the growing number of pressure groups are ill‐advised to respond either with hostility or scornful dismissal. For, as Dave Grayston reports, these organisations are becoming increasingly adept at media exploitation … and what begins as an isolated complaint can develop into a national outcry.

Telford personifies an area that has gone through the traumas of birth, decay and rejuvenation. Now, with a growing population and an influx of new industry that has so far escaped the brunt of recession, this West Midlands conurbation is undergoing its second Industrial Revolution. Dave Grayston reports.