Transport & Roads
Why local roads need long-term investment
David Giles, chair of the Asphalt Industry Alliance, argues that short-term fixes are no longer enough and that sustained, strategic investment is essential to protect road users and deliver value for money
Grounds Care
From bollards to benches
Street furniture can play a vital role in shaping the character, functionality, and accessibility of our public spaces
Waste Management
Battle of the bins
Regular refuse collections are a key battleground in protecting people from the disease, destruction and distress that can be caused by a pest infestation, writes Niall Gallagher from BPCA
Waste Management
From waste to worth
Councils are transforming surplus food into social support, environmental gains, and renewable energy
Cleaning
Cleaning standards for public spaces
David Garcia, chair of the British Cleaning Council, highlights how councils are adapting cleaning protocols to combat infection risks
Health & Safety
Every fall is preventable: Work at Height safety
Saeed Ahmadi from IOSH explores how rethinking Work at Height safety, can save lives, reduce risk, and embed a culture of prevention
Facilities Management
The essential role of passive fire protection
This article from the FIA explores the critical role of Passive Fire Protection
Facilities Management
FM leaders spotlight significant challenges
Davy Clark, at SFG20, shares the top five FM challenges and risks involved with non-compliant maintenance of council estates.
Design & Build
Sound foundations
Acoustic design plays a vital role in every public space, from libraries and offices to schools and council chambers
Energy
Meeting the green jobs challenge
Creating green jobs is only part of the picture – we have to make sure that Britons have the skills required, says Gareth Simkins

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