PPMA president Sandra Farquharson sets out why councils must treat talent as a systemic priority, creating clearer pathways, broader exposure and modern working cultures to sustain future leadership

SFG20’s Davy Clark highlights how inconsistent updates, fragmented systems and vague asset data continue to undermine FM performance, even as organisations prioritise stronger asset management

A well placed real Christmas tree can provide a spectacular, sustainable and memorable focal point for festive celebrations in towns and cities across the UK, says the BCTGA

With Martyn’s Law slated to come into force in 2027, regular updates from the SIA and the Home Office are paving the way for implementation. The conversation is now moving beyond legislative intent to the practical realities of compliance, inspection and support. This feature examines the latest developments, the role of the Security Industry Authority, and what the guidance signals for organisations beginning to plan their response

Across the public sector estate – from town halls and hospitals to schools, courts and blue-light facilities – waste has traditionally been treated as a background service. It is essential, but largely invisible; something to be managed efficiently rather than examined strategically

Record solar deployment, falling installation costs and new plug-in technology are reshaping how public bodies manage energy. With budgets under pressure and demand rising, solar is emerging not just as a clean power option, but as a practical efficiency tool that helps organisations cut waste, stabilise costs and build resilience

Paul Markham of the Fire Protection Association explains why compliant servicing, maintenance and certification are essential to ensuring sprinkler systems operate effectively when needed and remain legally
fit for purpose

The FIA explains how the Building Safety Regulator’s External Remediation Improvement Plan marks a shift from identifying unsafe buildings to enforcing timely, competent remediation and strengthening accountability across the sector

The Courier, Distribution, Storage and Specialist Solutions Framework gives organisations a single, compliant route to access UK and international courier, storage, distribution and specialist logistics services

The Low Value Purchase System provides public‑sector organisations with a compliant, streamlined way to buy below‑threshold common goods and services, combining regulatory alignment with flexible entry, dynamic filtering and standardised template