Government Business 31.06

Last week's budget promised significant funds allocated to the public sector, particularly for infrastructure, schools and the NHS. In this issue of Government Business, we'll take a look at the promises made in the budget and what that means for local government.

With the Procurement Act delayed, we'll investigate what to expect when it does come into force next year.

The Modular and Portable Build Association will demonstrate how modular building is being used across the public sector and how it can be utilised as a solution to plug infrastructure gaps.

The Fire Industry Association will give a comprehensive guide to understanding fire safety legislation in the UK and the Property Care Association will look at the issue of damp and mould in housing.

We've also got an article highlighting Leeds as an event venue, as well as previews to some of the shows that are coming up over the next few months.

Polly Jones, editor

Event Diary

Following a period of remarkable growth and momentum, Safety, Health and Wellbeing Live is making a powerful move—relocating its southern edition to the iconic London Olympia on 18–19 June 2025.

Housing 2025 is coming to Manchester Central on 24-26 June. Welcoming everyone in the housing and wider living sector under one roof, As the only place the whole UK housing sector comes together every year, it is where the sector will discuss and collaborate, identify solutions and speak with one voice to those framing the debate.

In January 2025, the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology announced a new ‘AI Opportunities Action Plan’ to encourage an increase in AI adoption across the UK. What will the Government’s plans for AI mean for local authority teams? How will emerging technologies affect environmental health services in the future?

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