As winter approaches and seasonal illnesses surge, public buildings face heightened hygiene challenges. David Garcia, chair of the British Cleaning Council, highlights how councils are adapting cleaning protocols to combat infection risks, and introduces a new national framework aimed at raising standards and safeguarding public health
As we move through autumn towards winter, local authority services responsible for cleaning public buildings are gearing up for the particular challenges the change in seasons brings.
In this article, Saeed Ahmadi from the IOSH Advice & Practice team explores how rethinking Work at Height safety, from hazard identification and legal duties to collective and personal protection, can save lives, reduce risk, and embed a culture of prevention across industries
This article from the FIA explores the critical role of Passive Fire Protection, its integration with active systems, and the regulatory standards that shape its implementation
Fire safety in modern buildings depends on a balance between active and passive fire protection systems. While active systems such as sprinklers, alarms, and extinguishers respond once a fire starts, passive fire protection (PFP) is built into the structure itself, working silently to contain fire and smoke from the moment ignition occurs.
Davy Clark, at SFG20, shares the top five FM challenges and risks involved with non-compliant maintenance of council estates
The UK government is set to reorganise a number of local government structures, replacing two-tier systems with single-tier unitary authorities. The plan aims to streamline operations and reduce duplication, but the merging may come with a new set of challenges, particularly for facilities management professionals, who are responsible for safe and compliant maintenance of estates.
Acoustic design plays a vital role in every public space, from libraries and offices to schools and council chambers
Creating green jobs is only part of the picture – we have to make sure that Britons have the skills required, says Gareth Simkins
Frank Gordon, director of policy at the Renewable Energy Association, explains how technologies like rooftop solar, heat pumps and microgrids can cut costs, boost resilience and help meet carbon targets
Franchising is emerging as a scalable, cost-effective model to support delivery
Apprenticeships are helping the public sector tackle workforce challenges with long-term, inclusive solutions
The Audit and Assurance Services Two framework from Crown Commercial Service gives public sector buyers streamlined access to trusted suppliers
Public sector events are quietly powering innovation across the UK
Slips and trips can be one of the most common workplace injuries across the public sector
For those responsible for public buildings and housing stock, managing asbestos is not just a regulatory box to tick
Fire safety is a legal and moral duty for public bodies
Why a balanced, evidence-led approach can turn basement development from a source of dispute into a sustainable way to create urban space
Written by Lorcan Mekitarian, chair of the Cleaning & Hygiene Suppliers Association, this article highlights how the UK’s £6.9bn cleaning and hygiene sector is evolving from a behind-the-scenes necessity into a strategic partner.
The British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) and the Cleaning & Support Services Association (CSSA) have successfully completed a groundbreaking project aimed at exploring the future of cleaning. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the cleaning industry, reflecting a shared commitment to embracing innovation with confidence.
