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Cabinet to meet in North East for first time

As the Prime Minister prepares to host her Cabinet meeting in Gateshead, progress will be made for the £600 million North of Tyne Devolution Deal.

Innovation funding boost for UK parks

£1.5 million of funding will see a number of parks become trailblazers for innovative new models of community engagement, management and usage.

£40 million for better flood protection

Thérèse Coffey has announced that 13 flood schemes across the country will benefit from £40 million of funding for improved flood defence schemes.

‘Winter of woe’ for drivers after road budget cuts

The AA has warned local authorities against hoping for a mild winter after finding a £3.7 million cut in gritting services among budget submissions.

Creative responses to water stress needed now

As the threat of drought becomes a reality in the UK, Claire Hoolohan considers how we might change the way society uses water

Environment & Weather

Proposals for school children to learn first aid

School children in England are to be taught first aid in a bid to give young people ‘the tools they need to be ready to thrive when they leave school’.

Traffic light financial ratings for councils ‘blunt instrument’

County leaders have labelled ‘traffic light’ financial reliance proposals for councils as a ‘blunt instrument’ that won't solve funding concerns.

Flooring and reducing fall injuries

Ashley Martin explains why installing and maintaining appropriate flooring is key in preventing falls and trips, especially among the elderly

Health & Safety

The inside information on indoor air quality

Russell Beattie looks at the impact ventilation systems have on indoor air quality and explains why it is time to introduce a clearly defined assessment method

Facilities Management