Kinetics and mechanism of oxidation of substituted benzyl alcohol by polymer supported oxidizing agent

1827-1830The kinetics of oxidation of monosubstituted benzyl alcohol with polymer supported chromic acid in 1:4 dioxane has been studied. The reaction is found to be of zero order each in [alcohol] and [oxidant). The effect of substituent on the rate of oxidation and the thermodynamic parameters are evaluated. The reaction products have been isolated and characterised by their derivatives. A probable mechanism of oxidation is proposed

A job to believe in : recruitment in the Scottish voluntary sector

The voluntary sector is an important source of employment in the UK and is increasingly providing services previously provided by the public sector. However, the ability of the sector to provide such services is dependent on the quantity and quality of suitable labour. This article examines recruitment issues in seven case-study voluntary organisations offering social care in Scotland. Interviews were conducted with 137 managers and employees in these organisations. In addition, to assess potential labour supply, interviews and focus groups were conducted with careers advisers and potential employees. The findings suggest that, with a tightening labour market, uncompetitive pay and misconceptions about the sector, recruitment is a problem. However, job satisfaction is high for current employees, and potential employees whose values are commensurate with the sector might be attracted. The findings thus have relevance not just for the case-study organisations, but for HRM in the voluntary sector generally