Sue Robb of 4Children talks to Julie Laughton and Alison Britton from the Department for Education about the role of childminders in delivering the 30 hours free entitlement.
Passivhaus is an internationally renowned method of building healthy, affordable low energy homes. Jon Bootland, chief executive of Passivhaus Trust, explains why it is an ideal method for the construction of social housing in the UK
Despite the government’s efforts, cases of fraud and error continue to cost the taxpayer billions. A recent report by Business Intelligence Software firm SAS explains how improved data management can combat this behaviour
Franchise businesses across the UK have reported record highs in turnover and full-time employment, according to the 2013 NatWest British Franchise Association (bfa) Franchise Survey
The UK public sector is losing £20.6 billion a year to fraud. Joined up thinking is needed to help the Government reduce this figure, says Steve Mound, group chief operating officer, Cabot Credit Management and spokesman for the Credit Services Association (CSA)
Stainless Steel is a very attractive option – not just in the aesthetic, but also in the design sense too. John Rowe of the International Stainless Steel Forum
Government Business talks to ACFO chairman Damian James about his new role, the challenges faced by fleet managers, and which greener fuels he sees taking off in the fleet sector
From everyday worries like absenteeism to major threats such as flooding, organisations need to be protected from the risk of damage and loss of business posed by unwanted events. Effective risk management can minimise disruption and help businesses to thrive during times of difficulty
Van operators attending the FTA Van Excellence conference in Dunblane in October were given a wake-up call from VOSA’s David Wood.
In many cases when a crime has taken place in a public place, CCTV has played an essential role in the investigation and has been known to help bring those involved to justice, writes James Kelly, Chief Executive of the British Security Industry Association.
Mike Packham, technical expert at the BIFM considers the role of ‘benchmarking’ in effective facilities management
The British event industry spans an incredible range of goods and services, from pop-up coffee shops to end-to-end project management, and can help make public sector events a success
If you have employees that use their own cars for work related trips, there are two pieces of legislation you have to be mindful of in terms of meeting ‘duty of care’ responsibilities, explains Roddy Graham, chairman of the Institute of Car Fleet Management
Is there something for the public sector to gain from a greater focus on energy audits? Alan Aldridge, executive director of the Energy Services and Technology Association (ESTA), investigates
You are no doubt aware that the way a vehicle is driven has a major impact on how much fuel it burns. But are you aware of the reasons why? The Energy Saving Trust’s Bob Saynor explains the science behind fuel-efficient driving techniques
Following the severe storm this October and further bad weather on the cards, now is the time to review your organisation’s winter driving policy and prepare yourself and staff to stay safe on the roads, writes Kevin Clinton, head of road safety at the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents
The amended EU Waste Framework Directive states that from 1 January 2015, paper, metal, plastic and glass must be collected separately, unless it can be demonstrated that it is not technically, environmentally and economically practicable to do so. But what does this mean for local authorities?
Well-maintained, safe and fairly-charged car parks are essential to sustainable growth in our communities. But barriers still remain, writes the British Parking Association’s Dave Smith
By helping clients make use of various modern communication tools such as QR codes and apps, today’s print and creative firms can really help to maximise the impact of communications
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