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.
With the latest zero emissions bikes becoming financially viable, The Motorcycle Industry Association’s Stevie Muir reports on the many benefits a bike fleet can bring an organisation
Now in its 26th year, the International traffic management, road safety, parking, ITS and highway maintenance exhibition – Traffex – will return to the NEC in Birmingham from 16th–18th April with ground-breaking new features, brand new discussions and over 350 exhibitors
Safety & Health Expo, the annual exhibition for the occupational safety and health industry, has support from key industry partners IOSH, ROSPA, and the BSIF, to give visitors authoritative content from the leading voices across the industry
The National Courier Association (NCA) was formed in 1988 as a trading association to achieve a number of aims. High on this list was the desire to maintain a Nationwide membership of such quality that each individual Company, no matter how small, could offer customers a reliable Nationwide collection and delivery service to compete with the larger National Companies.
The Facilities Show will help FM practitioners keep up to date with the latest legislation, issues and challenges in the industry
The success rates of franchising and its continued growth through the last few years of economic difficulties are underpinned by it being operated properly – providing the right training, the right support, and the right opportunity for the right people. The British Franchising Association gives invaluable advice about the recruitment process
How can local authorities turn around the fortunes of their town centres? Once funding has been secured, spending time on the ground with the business owners is key to high street success
Against a backdrop of recession, budget cuts and redundancies, employers are faced with selecting candidates from a large pool of applicants for a limited number of positions.
The Flood and Water Management Act 2010 lays out the roles and responsibilities of local authorities when managing and responding to local flooding
With emphasis remaining on cost reduction, it's likely that facilities manager will need to call on a variety of skills. Mike Packhamm explains where the future of FM lies
In 2011/12, the largest buying organisation in the UK spent £8.4bn on public procurement, and the Government Procurement Service will aim to increase this to more than £11bn by 2012/13.
Diana Bruce, from the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals explains how employers can help foster the modern workplace, in particular, flexible working and flexible parental leave
The increasing popularity of franchising saw the industry increase its economic contribution to the UK by £1bn to £13.4bn in 2011, representing eight per cent annual growth during a year in which UK GDP increased by only 0.8 per cent. Paul Stafford of the British Franchise Association elaborates
Although usage-based insurance (UBI) is not yet widely available – or even widely known – it is currently being widely researched and tested by insurance carriers. UBI comes with real costs, and the technology and business models are still developing, so early adopters need to focus their investments
When the laptop is packed away, London offers business visitors plenty of downtime activities
There's no way of avoiding some of the costs associated with keeping a business going: lighting, heating and power are all essential. But there are ways to keep the costs down, advises Des Franklin
The British Printing Industries Federation explains how the UK’s fourth largest industrial sector is managing to keep things as green as possible by environmental reporting.
Thousands of lone workers, are at risk each year of falling victim to verbal abuse, a physical assault or an accident during work hours. Jane White of IOSH elaborates on how to mitigate the risk
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.
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The Workplace Event 2024
In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, shifting workplace cultures, and an increased focus on employee well-being, The Workplace Event (TWE) 2024 emerges as a beacon of insight, innovation, and inspiration. Taking place from April 30 - May 2 2024 at the NEC Birmingham, TWE brings together over 5,000 workplace and facilities management professionals.
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In the UK, asbestos remains a legacy issue in many public buildings, posing significant health and safety concerns. Craig Evans, chief operating officer of UKATA, presents a comprehensive guide on the removal, surveying, and consultation processes essential for asbestos management.
Scotland is a captivating destination that offers ideal settings for corporate meetings and events, incentive trips, and association conferences. With its breathtaking landscapes, rich history, vibrant culture, and world-class facilities, Scotland has everything you need to ensure your event is memorable and successful.