Safeguarding Commercial Fire and Electrical Safety Across South England.

The University of the Built Environment (formerly University College of Estate Management) has over 106 years’ experience of providing the highest quality learning opportunities to the sector.

Fire Safety Compliance Across London, South West England & South Wales.

Flooding and other pump related issues continue to pose a serious risk to both public and private buildings, particularly as a changing climate drives more intense and unpredictable rainfall.

Formed in 1969, Pickerings has grown into a leading, privately owned specialist in the hire, sale and lease purchase of portable and modular buildings, supporting government bodies, local authorities, education providers, and healthcare institutions across the UK.

The need to control costs in the public sector is greater than ever – but digital procurement platforms are helping organisations unlock savings.

Introduction

The UK public sector is under mounting pressure to balance workforce flexibility with robust compliance. Contingent labour remains essential across government departments, NHS trusts, and local authorities, yet scandals in umbrella payroll fraud, IR35 misclassification, and supply chain malpractice have exposed serious weaknesses. High-profile cases such as the £171m Ducas fraud and £263m of IR35 liabilities reported by the NAO underline the risks. Ultimately, the taxpayer bears the cost when oversight fails.

At 20A Limited, we are committed to safeguarding lives and properties through professional fire safety services.