19th March 2006, 12:21 PM
It strikes me that more co-operation between neighbouring archaeological units could provide a partial solution. I've seen this work well on a few occasions. One unit needs some extra staff for a short-term project and enquires with other nearby units if they have any staff available (that might otherwise be laid off). This works particularly well when a unit is working outside of their usual catchment area and can then take on local staff rather than providing accommodation or spending a fortune on transportation.
Another point, some units are finding it increasingly difficult to hire staff on short-term contracts, it seems that the pool of labour is starting to dry-up.
Just a thought.
D
I dig dead people
Another point, some units are finding it increasingly difficult to hire staff on short-term contracts, it seems that the pool of labour is starting to dry-up.
Just a thought.
D
I dig dead people