As winter approaches and seasonal illnesses surge, public buildings face heightened hygiene challenges.
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In this article, Saeed Ahmadi from the IOSH Advice & Practice team explores how rethinking Work at Height safety, from hazard identification an
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Davy Clark, at SFG20, shares the top five FM challenges and risks involved with non-compliant maintenance of council estates
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Acoustic design plays a vital role in every public space, from libraries and offices to schools and council chambers
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12/12/2025 - 11:41
A new tool from the Department of Transport shows how well different places are connected to health services, education, shopping, leisure and work
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A Bill to reform bus services in Wales has been passed by the Senedd.
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Great British Energy has announced £12 million of extra funding for renewable energy in the devolved nations.
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The Welsh Government has announced an additional £8 million for Universal Primary Free School Meals across Wales over the coming two years.
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The government has announced £500 million of investment, as the first National Youth Strategy in 15 years is published.
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The National Drought Group has met to discuss preparing for future droughts.
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The government has announced a £820 million funding package for learning or employment opportunities for young people.
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As winter approaches and seasonal illnesses surge, public buildings face heightened hygiene challenges. David Garcia, chair of the British Cleaning Council, highlights how councils are adapting cleaning protocols to combat infection risks, and introduces a new national framework aimed at raising standards and safeguarding public health
As we move through autumn towards winter, local authority services responsible for cleaning public buildings are gearing up for the particular challenges the change in seasons brings.
In this article, Saeed Ahmadi from the IOSH Advice & Practice team explores how rethinking Work at Height safety, from hazard identification and legal duties to collective and personal protection, can save lives, reduce risk, and embed a culture of prevention across industries
This article from the FIA explores the critical role of Passive Fire Protection, its integration with active systems, and the regulatory standards that shape its implementation
Fire safety in modern buildings depends on a balance between active and passive fire protection systems. While active systems such as sprinklers, alarms, and extinguishers respond once a fire starts, passive fire protection (PFP) is built into the structure itself, working silently to contain fire and smoke from the moment ignition occurs.
Davy Clark, at SFG20, shares the top five FM challenges and risks involved with non-compliant maintenance of council estates
The UK government is set to reorganise a number of local government structures, replacing two-tier systems with single-tier unitary authorities. The plan aims to streamline operations and reduce duplication, but the merging may come with a new set of challenges, particularly for facilities management professionals, who are responsible for safe and compliant maintenance of estates.
Acoustic design plays a vital role in every public space, from libraries and offices to schools and council chambers
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03/03/2026 to 05/03/2026
As the pressure to decarbonise homes intensifies, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most important years yet for social landlords and local authorities.
03/03/2026
Procurement Strategies & Innovation (PSI), the leading technology showcase and high-level conference for procurement professionals returns to L
