Getting back together means getting back to basics

19 October 2022
Following the UK’s successful vaccinations programme and subsequent withdrawal of Covid-19 restrictions, face-to-face events of all sizes are back on the agenda. Stephen Thomas, health and safety business partner at the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), has some top tips for event organisers on getting ‘back to basics’ to ensure sensible and proportionate risk management
Conferences & Events

Future-proofing the city with trees

19 October 2022
Nottingham City Council recently announced plans to plant 50,000 trees by 2023, with the aim to help soak up pollution, increase biodiversity and lower the temperature of the city. Government Business looks at the plan and how other areas could implement similar
Grounds Care

Asbestos - meeting the 40-year deadline

19 October 2022
The Work and Pensions Committee recently published the Government response to its report on the HSE’s approach to asbestos management. The UK Asbestos Training Association (UKATA) was invited to attend as a witness to the recent UK Parliament, Work and Pensions Committee on “The Health and Safety Executive’s approach to asbestos management”
Facilities Management

Making savings on the government estate

19 October 2022
The government has recently published its Government Property Strategy, which aims to make savings by selling off property and making buildings more efficient. Government Business examines the strategy and how it can save the government money
Facilities Management

Funding announced for green finance products to improve energy efficiency at home

19 October 2022
Funding announced for green finance products to improve energy efficiency at home
The government has announced a fund to help homeowners reduced energy consumption by providing green finance products.
The support will help banks, building societies and the finance industry to provide more green finance products for homeowners. The products will be designed for those looking to improve the energy efficiency of their property.
The support is intended to help homeowners spend less on energy and ensure as many homes as possible are EPC band V by 2035.

HMRC encourages families to take up help for childcare costs

19 October 2022
HMRC encourages families to take up help for childcare costs
HMRC has encouraged UK families not to miss out on government funding for childcare costs.
HMRC said families could save up to £2000 a year on childcare costs to help pay for half-term holiday clubs and wraparound care during the term.
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