Bringing home the benefits of community greenspace

Stacey Aplin looks at how the pocket park revolution is transforming our local spaces.

Practical business benefits for the leisure industry

Held at the NEC Birmingham, Leisure Industry Week runs from 20-21 September and will cover a wide range of topics including Sport & Physical Activity, Play and Training & Nutrition.

Keeping public sector buildings safely accessible

Steve Sumner, of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health’s Public Services Group, discusses how employees in public sector buildings can be kept out of harm’s way.

Finding your way in the world of telecoms

The Federation of Communication Services gives a broad look at the rapid development of communications in recent years, taking into account how users needs have changed.

Keeping Cumbria’s head above the water

Floods during the winter of 2015-16 devastated communities across the North West of England. Government Business looks at what’s being done to prevent future problems in one of the hardest hit areas, Cumbria.

Confidential data destruction and the Data Protection Act

James Kelly, chief executive of the British Security Industry Association, discusses the importance of secure data destruction for public sector organisations to comply with the Data Protection Act’s seventh principle.

Rebalancing cost and quality in translation services

Geoffrey Bowden, of the Association of Translation Companies, addresses a careful balancing act for the public sector: the pressure to reduce cost against maintaining quality language services.

Helping the public sector tackle resource efficiency

It is necessary for the industry to come together to safeguard and ensure the future of energy resource efficiency, says Nicola Meadows, event director of The Energy Event.

Helping the public sector tackle resource efficiency

Taking place from 13-15 September, RWM is Europe’s premier event for resource efficiency and waste management solutions. Nicola Meadows and Barry Dennis discuss what delegates can expect to see and hear at Birmingham’s NEC this year.

Time to change the way we collect rubbish?

Lee Marshall discusses the possibility of pay to throw as well as circular economy thinking.

Working towards a good parking strategy

Kathryn Shipman of the British Parking Association explains why, despite the curent issues, there is cause for optimism for the management of parking for local authorities.

Fraud is an increasing problem for local authorities, costing billions in public funds each year. Government Business reviews updated guidance for local authorities to help reduce the impact.

Alan Mackenzie outlines the key findings from this year’s Asphalt Industry Alliance survey and why they clearly indicate that the battle to rescue our crumbling local roads network is being lost.

For the leasing sector, the end of contract process is a vital part of winning the customer retention battle. Gerry Keaney of the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association explains why.

Free parking incentives for low emission vehicles

Lucinda Yeadon, Leeds City Council’s executive member for environment and sustainability, uses recent experiences from her council’s pursuit to lower emissions to explore the ways that local authorities can reduce pollution and encourage people to take up low emission vehicles.

The Bus Services Bill:  a new era for buses?

Lianna Etkind, public transport campaigner, for the Campaign for Better Transport, examines the possibilities that the new government legislation may bring for local authorities.

A local government perspective on our new PM

Theresa May is likely to become Prime Minister today. What shape will her policies take?

The Crown Commercial Service brings together policy, advice and direct buying; providing commercial services to the public sector and saving money for the taxpayer. Government Business analyses the latest agreements, including Vehicle Telematics and Insurance Services.

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The Workplace Event 2024

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, shifting workplace cultures, and an increased focus on employee well-being, The Workplace Event (TWE) 2024 emerges as a beacon of insight, innovation, and inspiration. Taking place from April 30 - May 2 2024 at the NEC Birmingham, TWE  brings together over 5,000 workplace and facilities management professionals.