The Federation of Communication Services gives a broad look at the rapid development of communications in recent years, taking into account how users needs have changed.
Floods during the winter of 2015-16 devastated communities across the North West of England. Government Business looks at what’s being done to prevent future problems in one of the hardest hit areas, Cumbria.
James Kelly, chief executive of the British Security Industry Association, discusses the importance of secure data destruction for public sector organisations to comply with the Data Protection Act’s seventh principle.
Geoffrey Bowden, of the Association of Translation Companies, addresses a careful balancing act for the public sector: the pressure to reduce cost against maintaining quality language services.
It is necessary for the industry to come together to safeguard and ensure the future of energy resource efficiency, says Nicola Meadows, event director of The Energy Event.
Taking place from 13-15 September, RWM is Europe’s premier event for resource efficiency and waste management solutions. Nicola Meadows and Barry Dennis discuss what delegates can expect to see and hear at Birmingham’s NEC this year.
Lee Marshall discusses the possibility of pay to throw as well as circular economy thinking.
Kathryn Shipman of the British Parking Association explains why, despite the curent issues, there is cause for optimism for the management of parking for local authorities.
Fraud is an increasing problem for local authorities, costing billions in public funds each year. Government Business reviews updated guidance for local authorities to help reduce the impact.
Alan Mackenzie outlines the key findings from this year’s Asphalt Industry Alliance survey and why they clearly indicate that the battle to rescue our crumbling local roads network is being lost.
For the leasing sector, the end of contract process is a vital part of winning the customer retention battle. Gerry Keaney of the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association explains why.
Lucinda Yeadon, Leeds City Council’s executive member for environment and sustainability, uses recent experiences from her council’s pursuit to lower emissions to explore the ways that local authorities can reduce pollution and encourage people to take up low emission vehicles.
Lianna Etkind, public transport campaigner, for the Campaign for Better Transport, examines the possibilities that the new government legislation may bring for local authorities.
Theresa May is likely to become Prime Minister today. What shape will her policies take?
The Crown Commercial Service brings together policy, advice and direct buying; providing commercial services to the public sector and saving money for the taxpayer. Government Business analyses the latest agreements, including Vehicle Telematics and Insurance Services.
IFSEC International, organised by UBM EMEA, has announced that all places on the prestigious Engineers of Tomorrow annual competition are now filled. Government Business looks at the competition in more detail.
Des Ward of Innopsis analyses the issue of security in local authorities, and offers advice on the potential threats to council’s information sharing capability.
A performing robot orchestra, a journey of discovery into the miracle material of the 21st Century and an artistic take on artificial intelligence — these are just some of the wonders of science coming to Manchester this summer.
