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EV charging

Luton Council is set to receive electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints across all six of its residential car parks through operator Believ.

Cornish coastal town

Coastal and rural communities across the UK will receive an increase in funding from the government to go towards new community facilities, better transport links and a boost for investments.

Handshake

Homes England and West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA) have signed a Strategic Place Partnership (SPP) to boost locally-lead housing projects in the region.

Diggers

A new Ministry of Defence office has started construction in Blackpool, which involves a collaboration between Blackpool Council working with development partner Muse Places and construction company VINCI Building.

London underground sign

The mayor of London, Sir Sadiq Khan, has appointed new members to the Transport for London (TfL) Board, which was refreshed in 2024.

Brick house model

According to provisional figures, Homes England has beaten its annual targets for the number of houses started, completed, and potential homes unlocked in 2024-25, which is a key part of the government’s mission to deliver 1.5 million homes

Rows of houses

A new briefing by Centre for Cities sets out five anti-supply measures that the think tank urges the government to adopt, should it wish to reach its target of building 1.5 million new homes.

Person using smartphone

The Welsh government has expanded its Minimum Digital Living Standard, which encourages the minimum level of digital inclusion for people in social housing, helping them to become more confident with technology.

 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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