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Charging an EV

The Department for Transport's Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) scheme has awarded Cumberland Council £3.456 million to invest in accessible electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints across Cumberland.

The Welsh Government has awarded £1.5 million to 25 organisations working with families in poverty across Wales.

The Scottish Government has highlighted a range of measures it has taken to increase investment in housebuilding and help reduce the number of hous

The Welsh Government has made available £24 million in loan funding to unlock land for housing development, and deliver more than 600 new hom

A toolkit has been launched to help local authorities effectively plan for and manage climate change impacts - especially flood and coastal erosion

Green energy concept

The government has allocated more than £630 million to public buildings to upgrade their energy, through implementing measures such as heat pumps, solar panels, insulation and double glazing.

The government has announced that thousands of civil servant roles are to be relocated to 13 locations across the UK to develop and deliver policy

The government-developed AI tool Humphrey has been used for the first time to review public responses to a consultation.

 GB Features

Couple signing a contract

Franchising offers a supported route into self-employment, well suited to those with experience in public service. The British Franchise Association explains how this proven model works—and why it could be the right fit for your skills and aspirationshttps://www.thebfa.org/start-up-training/

Translating on a phone

Raisa McNab, CEO of the Association of Translation Companies, explores how professional language provision underpins the UK's public services, supports diverse communities, and drives global growth

Manchester skyline at night

From carbon-cutting transport networks to smart hospitality and global connectivity, Manchester is setting a new standard for sustainable, future-facing events. Phoebe Rowe from Marketing Manchester explains

Stainless steel bollards

In parks, streets, and town centres, stainless steel street furniture is transforming urban environments. Kate Vale of the BSSA reveals how this material offers a perfect balance of beauty and durability

Food waste bin

With household food waste costing £17 billion a year and new legislation now in force, councils are turning to tech to tackle food waste

Building with cladding

Eight years after Grenfell, thousands of UK buildings remain wrapped in unsafe classing, despite billions in funding and mounting pressure for reform. George Edwardes from the Fire Protection Association investigates why progress has stalled, the human cost for residents, and what must change to prevent future tragedy

 Events

18/06/2025 to 19/06/2025

Following a period of remarkable growth and momentum, Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live is making a powerful move—relocating its southern edition to the iconic London Olympia on 18–19 June 2025.

24/06/2025 to 26/06/2025

Housing 2025 is coming to Manchester Central on 24-26 June. Welcoming everyone in the housing and wider living sector under one roof, As the only place the whole UK housing sector comes together every year, it is where the sector will discuss and collaborate, identify solutions and speak with one voice to those framing the debate.

Event Diary

Following a period of remarkable growth and momentum, Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live is making a powerful move—relocating its southern edition to the iconic London Olympia on 18–19 June 2025.

Housing 2025 is coming to Manchester Central on 24-26 June. Welcoming everyone in the housing and wider living sector under one roof, As the only place the whole UK housing sector comes together every year, it is where the sector will discuss and collaborate, identify solutions and speak with one voice to those framing the debate.

In January 2025, the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology announced a new ‘AI Opportunities Action Plan’ to encourage an increase in AI adoption across the UK. What will the Government’s plans for AI mean for local authority teams? How will emerging technologies affect environmental health services in the future?

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