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Common Purpose has of late come under criticism from intelligence writer [[Christopher Story]],<ref>Christopher Story, [http://www.worldreports.org/news/7_what_next_for_britis What Next For British Brainwashing Offensive?], World Reports, 3 March 2006</ref> a former adviser to Prime Minister [[Margaret Thatcher]],<ref>[[Gordon Thomas]], [http://www.european-magazine.com/meses/2004/septiembre/investigation3.htm A Day In The Life Of Hussein], ''The European Magazine'', September 2004</ref> and ex-British naval officer and submarine warfare expert{{Fact|date=November 2007}} [[Brian Gerrish]] who claim that its aim is to control the [[United Kingdom]].<ref>*[http://video.google.co.uk/videoplay?docid=3664960863576873594&hl=en-GB Brian Gerrish presentation to the Campaign for an Independent Britain] (2 hour video), October 15, 2007</ref> Similar criticism of the organisation has come from the [[Campaign for an Independent Britain]], the [[United Kingdom Independence Party]], [[David Icke]] and the [[British National Party]].{{Fact|date=November 2007}}. Common Purpose trustees recently issued a brief response to these criticisms on their website.<ref>[http://www.commonpurpose.co.uk/home/aboutus/trusteestatement.aspx Letter from Common Purpose trustees on media coverage]</ref> |
Common Purpose has of late come under criticism from intelligence writer [[Christopher Story]],<ref>Christopher Story, [http://www.worldreports.org/news/7_what_next_for_britis What Next For British Brainwashing Offensive?], World Reports, 3 March 2006</ref> a former adviser to Prime Minister [[Margaret Thatcher]],<ref>[[Gordon Thomas]], [http://www.european-magazine.com/meses/2004/septiembre/investigation3.htm A Day In The Life Of Hussein], ''The European Magazine'', September 2004</ref> and ex-British naval officer and submarine warfare expert{{Fact|date=November 2007}} [[Brian Gerrish]] who claim that its aim is to control the [[United Kingdom]].<ref>*[http://video.google.co.uk/videoplay?docid=3664960863576873594&hl=en-GB Brian Gerrish presentation to the Campaign for an Independent Britain] (2 hour video), October 15, 2007</ref> Similar criticism of the organisation has come from the [[Campaign for an Independent Britain]], the [[United Kingdom Independence Party]], [[David Icke]] and the [[British National Party]].{{Fact|date=November 2007}}. Little or no criticism of the organisation has emerged in the popular press or in political circles. Common Purpose trustees recently issued a brief response to these criticisms on their website.<ref>[http://www.commonpurpose.co.uk/home/aboutus/trusteestatement.aspx Letter from Common Purpose trustees on media coverage]</ref> |
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Revision as of 16:44, 4 June 2008
Common Purpose UK is an influential organization offering training programmes for political leaders and business managers from all levels and sectors. It was founded in 1989 by current CEO, Julia Middleton.[1] Its registered office is in London.
The legal status of Common Purpose is that of a charity. In 2006 it has employed 142 people and received an income of £6,394,656. The objects of Common Purpose are the advancement of education for the public benefit with special emphasis on civil and social awareness and responsibility. The company states it aims to improve the way society works by expanding the vision, decision-making ability and influence of all kinds of leaders. [2]
Common Purpose claims that more than 120,000 people have been involved in Common Purpose and 25,000 leaders from every area of the UK have completed one or more of their programmes.[3] Further Common Purpose claims that 70 per cent of the FTSE 100 companies have used their programmes to develop their leaders.[4][5]
Common Purpose also regularly commissions research on contemporary management issues. [6][7][8]
Notable Past Participants or Trustees
- Jeremy Beecham, former Chairman, Labour National Executive Committee
- Chris Bryant, Member of Parliament for Rhondda
- Andrew Cubie, Chairman of Napier University court
- Baron Gordon of Strathblane, Scottish businessman
- Rt Revd John Inge, Bishop of Worcester
- Janet Paraskeva, First Civil Service Commissioner
- Sir Charles Pollard, former Chief Constable, Thames Valley Police
- Baden Skitt, member, Criminal Cases Review Commission
Notable comments
- "Young people have so much to offer to society. Common Purpose has recognised this through their leadership development programmes and award schemes that develop and celebrate the potential of young people. The more active, informed young people there are making a positive contribution to their local schools and communities." - Zenna Atkins, Chair of OFSTED
- "Common Purpose programmes deliver a fascinating insight into global and national trends and issues, through a unique combination of world-class speakers, actual field visits, and a richly diverse group of participants from all walks of the public and private sector world. Hugely thought-provoking." - Steve Peacock, Director, BP North Sea
- "The most enlightening, informative and challenging programme. The standard both of presenters and participants was first rate. The opportunity to explore a whole range of strategic influences in such an imaginative way was invaluable." - Stuart Middleton, head of Group Management, HBOS plc
- "Common Purpose is the glue than enables fraud to be committed across government departments to reward pro European politicians. Corrupt deals are enabled that put property or cash into their pockets by embezzling public assets." "A Critique by UKIP fringe group EUTruth"
Criticism
Common Purpose has of late come under criticism from intelligence writer Christopher Story,[9] a former adviser to Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher,[10] and ex-British naval officer and submarine warfare expert[citation needed] Brian Gerrish who claim that its aim is to control the United Kingdom.[11] Similar criticism of the organisation has come from the Campaign for an Independent Britain, the United Kingdom Independence Party, David Icke and the British National Party.[citation needed]. Little or no criticism of the organisation has emerged in the popular press or in political circles. Common Purpose trustees recently issued a brief response to these criticisms on their website.[12]
References
- ^ "Citation by the Public Orator-designate for Common Purpose" (PDF). University of Newcastle. May 4th, 2005.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ Common Purpose UK – Report and Financial Statements Year ended 31 July 2006 (pdf)
- ^ Common Purpose United Kingdom About Us page
- ^ Common Purpose United Kingdom Overview of programmes
- ^ Common Purpose United Kingdom List of sponsors
- ^ "Are you helping your talent to blossom?" Personnel Today
- ^ "Beyond the tick-box culture" Management Issues
- ^ "A poor reflection of the work we do" The Guardian 24 October 2007
- ^ Christopher Story, What Next For British Brainwashing Offensive?, World Reports, 3 March 2006
- ^ Gordon Thomas, A Day In The Life Of Hussein, The European Magazine, September 2004
- ^ *Brian Gerrish presentation to the Campaign for an Independent Britain (2 hour video), October 15, 2007
- ^ Letter from Common Purpose trustees on media coverage
External links
- Common Purpose official site
- A Critique by UKIP fringe group EUTruth
- The Stop Common Purpose Campaign
- Move outside your comfort zone - Guardian.co.uk
- "I'm very good with a hatchet" - Guardian.co.uk
- The Wealth of Experience The Guardian, 16 April 2008 (Article by Julia Middleton)
- Be yourself – but know who you are meant to be The Financial Times, 17 March 2008 (Comments by Julia Middleton)
- Networking | Generation Y recognise the benefits Personnel Today 'Work Clinic' (Research by Common Purpose and comments by Julia Middleton)